Office Technology, Office Assistant, Certificate

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Program Code: OFT.CERT.OAC

This program prepares students for entry-level positions or advancement. This program offers an opportunity for students to learn the basic personal and technical skills needed to function in an office environment. In addition to word processing, students receive training in other computer applications found in today’s office.

Certificate Requirements

OFT 104 - Formatting and Typing (3 Credits)
OFT 155 - Word Processing (3 Credits) *
OFT 160 - Introduction to Spreadsheets (3 Credits) *
OFT 162 - Introduction to Database Design (3 Credits)
OFT 165 - Records Management (2 Credits)
BMT 220 - Professional Practices (3 Credits) *
SDV 100 - Fundamentals of College Study (1 Credit)

Symbol(s)

* This course has a prerequisite.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program should be able to:

Describe activities occurring within the basic functions of an office environment;
Communicate in written, oral and multimedia formats;
Demonstrate competence in using office application software; and
Demonstrate office skills and knowledge in a workplace setting and exhibit professional behaviors as per the standards of the respective agency.