Administrative Assistant

Our comprehensive Administrative Assistant diploma program introduces you to the essential functions of office administration in today’s business world. You will gain the practical skills needed to process documents, utilize popular office software, and manage departmental functions, helping you launch a successful career in a variety of industry sectors.

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The Administrative Assistant diploma program at Academy of Learning Career College provides graduates with the necessary skills to compile, verify, record, and process forms and documents, such as applications, agreements, and letters, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and schedules. This program offers the opportunity to learn today’s most popular office software applications, ensuring you are prepared for the demands of the modern business world. Through comprehensive training in areas like word processing, spreadsheets, business correspondence, and bookkeeping, you will develop the strong office and software-related skills that employers in all industry sectors require.

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Overview

The Administrative Assistant diploma program introduces students to office administration and its many facets in the business world. This program provides graduates with the necessary skills to compile, verify, record, and process forms and documents, such as applications, agreements, and letters, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and schedules.

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive Office Training: Gain essential skills in processing documents, forms, and correspondence according to established procedures.

  • Popular Software Proficiency: Learn to utilize today’s most popular office software applications.

  • Broad Career Application: Develop strong office and software-related skills required by employers across all industry sectors.

Program Notes

  • Transparent Costs: Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.

  • Graduation Requirement: Students must achieve a 75% average to obtain a diploma.

Delivery Method

  • Integrated Learning: The program utilizes Integrated Learning™ System training facilitated by Academy of Learning College facilitators.

Upon completion of the Administrative Assistant program at Academy of Learning Career College, you will have demonstrated competency in the following key areas:

I. Core Professional Skills

  • Keyboarding:

    • Attain a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute (WPM).

  • Operating System:

    • Achieve a basic level of proficiency in a Windows operating system.

  • Word Processing and Spreadsheets:

    • Develop an advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Word.

    • Achieve an intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

  • Database Management and Graphics:

    • Gain a basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Access.

    • Attain a basic level of proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.

II. Business and Office Expertise

  • Office Skills:

    • Demonstrate proficiency in Office Procedures (Levels 1 and 2), Internet Fundamentals, and Personal Computer Fundamentals for End Users.

    • Achieve a basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Basic Bookkeeping (Levels 1 and 2).

  • Business Skills:

    • Master Customer Service principles and Business Math concepts.

    • Develop strong communication skills through Business Correspondence (Levels 1 and 2) and Grammar Essentials for Business Writing.

  • Employability Skills:

    • Utilize Job Search & Résumé Writing strategies to effectively secure employment.

To be eligible for the Administrative Assistant program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Education: Possess a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or qualify for Mature Student Status.

  • Language Proficiency: Have a good command of the English language and be able to follow instructions.

  • Assessment: Successfully complete an admissions interview administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program.

  • Commitment: Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Personal Attributes for Success

The most successful Administrative Assistants typically possess the following key attributes:

  • Good Command of English: Essential for clear and effective communication.

  • Good Presentation Skills: Important for various professional contexts.

  • Above-Average Word Processing Skills: Necessary for efficient document creation and formatting.

  • Independent Work Ethic: The ability to work independently to complete tasks.

  • Time Management: The ability to consistently meet deadlines.

  • Professionalism: Being reliable and maintaining a positive attitude.

Skilled Administrative Assistants are in great demand in both large corporations and small independent businesses. All employers in all industry sectors require staff that possess strong office and software-related skills to perform their administrative functions. Furthermore, Administrative Assistants may move into supervisory office positions as their careers progress.

Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Assistants perform crucial tasks to ensure the smooth operation of a business. Their typical duties include:

  • General Administration: Performing a variety of administrative and clerical functions.

  • Reporting: Preparing reports.

  • Departmental Support: Assisting with overall departmental functions.

FAQs

What kind of software will I learn in this program?

You will learn today’s most popular office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Yes, tuition fees include all materials and student manuals.

Yes, students must achieve a 75% average to obtain the Administrative Assistant diploma.

The skills you learn in this program are versatile. All employers in all industry sectors require staff that possess strong office and software-related skills to perform administrative functions.

Upon completion of the program, you are expected to have a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute (WPM).

 
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