Office Administration - Application Specialist
Curriculum Description
The Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for positions in administrative support careers. It equips office professionals to respond to the demands of a dynamic computerized workplace.
Students will complete courses designed to develop proficiency in the use of integrated software, oral and written communication, analysis and coordination of office duties and systems, and other support topics. Emphasis is placed on non-technical as well as technical skills.
Graduates should qualify for employment in a variety of positions in business, government, and industry. Job classifications range from entry-level to supervisor to middle management.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25370AS
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2011
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers NEW PREREQ | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 136 | Word Processing | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 137 | Office Software Applicat | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| DBA 112 | Database Utilization | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 4 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
Additional Information
All courses in this certificate apply toward the Office Administration A.A.S. degree. Students who achieve mastery of the software applications offered in this certificate may wish to pursue Microsoft Certified Application Specialist testing.
C25370AS