Pursue an Administrative Assistant Career
Austin Community College's Administrative Assistant Program will prepare you to become an indispensable professional for a corporate team or small business. Whether you have limited experience or are looking to strengthen your current office skills and confidence, our course will lead you to a rewarding career and equip you for success. In a 9-week training, master essential business technology such as data management, Microsoft Office Integration, and business communications.
About This Program
Foundation Skills - Save 50% on Fast Track!
The Foundation Skills path teaches the entry-level skills needed to work as an administrative assistant. In this 9-week course, you will learn the power of keyboarding and data entry, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. You will write professional emails, perform meaningful Internet searches, write eye-catching business reports and letters, and improve your communication skills.
The course prepares students for positions such as:
- Administrative Assistant
- Office Assistant
- Office Administrator
- Front Desk Assistant
- Front Desk Coordinator
- Receptionist
- Office Clerk
- Client Service Specialist
- Personal Assistant
- Program Support Assistant
- Department Assistant
- Administrative and Clerical Support Specialist
Required Course:
- POFT-1070: Administrative Assistant
Continue Your Journey
Grow Your Career with Stackable Credentials
The Administrative Assistant credentials can go even further when you stack your earned credits toward a college certificate and eventually an associate degree in the Business Office Technology Program. Use the steps below as a guide to embark on a rewarding and successful career.
Communication Skills
The next-level pathway will strengthen your knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office applications, business communication, and office procedures. This path can be completed in 4 to 12 weeks and prepares you for Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Word and Excel.
Required Courses:
- POFT-1001: Business English
- POFT-1004: Computer Fundamentals: MS Windows/Outlook
- POFT-1009: Administrative Office Procedures I
- ITSW-1010: Introduction to Presentation Graphics Software: PowerPoint
Register for Courses
Follow this tutorial to select courses, build your schedule, and register for CE courses.
