Administrative Office Specialist

Short Description:

Administrative Office Assistants help an organization run efficiently. They use computer software to create spreadsheets; manage databases; and prepare presentations, reports, and documents. They also may perform accounting duties, negotiate with vendors, buy supplies, and manage stockrooms or corporate libraries. The type of business you choose to work for would determine your exact duties.

Program Content:

This program prepares students for employment as an administrative assistant, administrative support assistant, and/or office assistant in almost any industry utilizing Business and Information technology. The curriculum provides students with work-based competencies including intensive training in Microsoft Office certification, desktop publishing, journal accounting, and QuickBooks. It provides essential knowledge of clerical procedures, computer concepts, customer services, and the principles of business and management. The self-paced program also includes basic web design, keyboarding/keypad, business communication, and soft skills such as telephone etiquette, workplace safety, and personal productivity.

Certification/Licensure:  Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), QuickBooks Certified User.

CTSO: SkillsUSA and/or HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.

Articulation: May be available toward credits at Florida public colleges/universities.
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