Administrative Assistant
This program is currently on moratorium. No new students will be admitted into this certificate program until further notice.
The following one-year Certificate of Applied Science program develops the competencies needed for success in an entry-level clerical position and may serve as the basis for further courses leading toward a higher competency level and specialization. Graduates of this program will:
- Possess appropriate skills in integrating office applications using word processing;
- Spreadsheet, database, presentation and page layout software;
- Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal, human relations skills;
- Demonstrate speed and accuracy in keyboarding skills;
- Read, understand and prepare standard types of business communications;
- Demonstrate professionalism in work environment; and
- Demonstrate appropriate use of English.
General Academic Requirements
- All courses within the certificate must be taken for a letter grade. No courses may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.
- Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification for Word and Excel is recommended for this certificate program. The certification examination is given at FVCC by appointment. See your advisor for details.
Additional Costs
- There are lab fees associated with some of the classes in this program. They are listed in the semester schedule.
Opportunities After Graduation
- This certificate will prepare students for positions as file clerks, general clerks or entry level administrative assistants. Major employers are colleges and universities, temporary worker agencies, state and local government agencies and wholesale trade companies. Opportunities for advancement will grow with increased skills and experience.
Advisors:
Kalispell
Brenda Rudolph
BSS 106
(406)756-3858
brudolph@fvcc.edu
Libby
Chad Shilling
Room #105
(406)293-2721, ext.233
cshillin@fvcc.edu