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Office Assistant / Receptionist
Program Overview

Degrees / Certificates Offered:

Certificate - Office Assistant

Certificate - Receptionist

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Program Description
This program prepares students for careers in a variety of business and office settings. Students may achieve certificates in Office Assistant or Receptionist. Coursework is taught using multiple teaching methods. Students not only work independently but also learn in structured class sessions. Emphasis is placed on hands-on learning and application. Skills needed for success in today’s workforce are interwoven throughout the program. With the help of a program advisor, students declare their career goals when entering the program or after working through course material and further identifying their personal strengths. Program content requires the application of basic math, technical reading, and communication skills.

Office Assistant and Receptionist students are eligible to join the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP).

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Students meet with and are advised by their program advisor to plan and schedule classes. Many classes are sequential and have prerequisites. A schedule of course offerings can be obtained from program advisors.

It is estimated that a full-time student can complete Office Assistant in three quarters and Receptionist in two to three quarters. Because not all courses are offered every quarter, completion times may vary depending on which quarter the student first enrolls.

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Students may apply for a certificate upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards. In order to earn an Office Assistant or Receptionist certificate, students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average with no course grade below C (2.0). Students may successfully challenge CAP 101 Introduction to Computers by passing the three IC3 Certification tests.

For more information see Requirements and Standards and Application Procedures

Program Outcomes
Graduates will demonstrate competency in touch keyboarding at 40 wpm on a 3 minute timing with a 3 error limit; along with 80% competency in word processing, written business communication, business math, effective oral communication skills, office skills and procedures, and MS Windows.

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Students may enroll in this program at the start of each quarter. Admission is offered on a space available basis. Students may enroll full-time or part-time.

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