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35-Week Administrative Assistant Training Program
The Academy of Learning Career College focuses on the career-targeted skills and office assistant training that today’s employers are looking for. As a result, this program can be completed in only 35 weeks. With ongoing enrollment and a flexible course schedule, you can start your education as soon as you’re ready!
Become a Qualified Administrative Assistant
AOLCC’s Administrative Assistant diploma program develops the administrative, clerical and organizational skills that are needed to play a key role in virtually any office environment.
You will learn to perform administrative and clerical duties that assist with the overall function of your department, including preparing reports, scheduling appointments and drafting correspondence. We also provide job search and resume writing workshops to help you get on track for a successful and long-lasting career as an Administrative Assistant.
Throughout the program, you will follow courses in:
- Keyboarding
- Overall Computer Skills including Windows 10, Personal Computer and Internet Fundamentals
- Business Correspondence Levels 1 & 2 and Grammar Essentials
- Microsoft Office
- Word – Level 1, 2 & 3 (Advanced Microsoft Word skills)
- Excel – Level 1 & 2 (Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills)
- Access – Level 1 (Intermediate Microsoft Access skills)
- Outlook – Level 1 (Intermediate Microsoft Outlook skills)
- PowerPoint – Level 1 (Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint skills)
- Office Procedures I & II
- Customer Service
- And more!
AOLCC’s Integrated Learning System™
All courses in our programs are delivered through our unique Integrated Learning System™ (ILS). Through ILS, you will develop a true proficiency in each topic, no matter your age or skill level upon enrolment. Our learning coaches are with you every step of the way to provide individualized assistance and encouragement in a supportive and non-competitive learning environment. Here’s how it works:
- You only advance to the next course when you are confident that you have mastered one topic and are ready to move on to the next
- You participate in hands-on exercises, tasks and practice exams that test your knowledge and give you confidence
Career Opportunities
As more employers acquire word processing equipment and programs, the labour market for skilled Administrative Assistants grows. Administrative Assistants may move into supervisory office positions as their careers progress.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions.
- Prepares reports and assists with overall functions of the department.
- Requires above average word processing skills.
Admission Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status.
Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instruction.
Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.
Program Outline
Keyboarding
Minimum 40 words per minute
Operating Systems
Basic level of proficiency in a Windows operating system
Office Skills
Personal Computer Fundamentals for End Users, Office Procedures Levels 1 and 2, Internet Fundamentals, and basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook
Word Processing
Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Word
Spreadsheets
Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Graphics/Presentation
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
Simulations and Drills
Practical Applications – 2 Units
Database Management
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Access
Business Skills
Business Correspondence Levels 1 and 2, Customer Service, and Grammar Essentials for Business Writing
Job readiness/Employability Skills
Job Search and Résumé Writing and Thought Patterns for a Successful Career
