Administrative Assistant
A Certificate in Administrative Assistant is focused on providing students with a foundation for entry level positions as administrative assistants and office managers. Through courses in technology, communication, computer application, and office procedures to meet the needs of dynamic office environments.
The Administrative Assistant Certificate takes approximately two semesters to complete.
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First Year Fall
| Course # | Course Name | Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 218 | Computer Applications in Business | FA,SP | 3 |
| BOTE 214 | Business Reports and Communications | FA | 3 |
| BOTE275 | Administrative Office Procedures | FA | 3 |
| Program Electives | FA,SP | 3 | |
| Total Fall Credits | 12 |
First Year Spring
| Course # | Course Name | Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 200 | Elements of Accounting I | FA,SP | 3 |
| BADM 202 | Principles of Management | SP | 3 |
| BOTE 197 | Field Experience | FA,SP | 1 |
| Program Elective | FA,SP | 6 | |
| Total Spring Credits | 13 |
Total Credits for Certificate – 25
Updated 7/19/22
Program Electives
| Course # | Course Name | Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 201 | Elements of Accounting II | SP | 3 |
| ACCT 207 | Managerial Accounting | FA | 3 |
| ACCT 212 | Payroll Accounting | FA | 3 |
| ACCT 215 | Business in the Legal Environment | SP | 3 |
| ACCT 231 | Income Tax Procedures | FA | 3 |
| BADM 201 | Principles of Marketing | SP | 3 |
| BADM 210 | Advertising | SP | 3 |
| BADM 240 | Sales | SP | 3 |
| BUSN 170 | Entrepreneurship | SP | 3 |
• The student will demonstrate an understanding of basic business skills.
• The student will model competency in preparing business documents.
• The student will exhibit proficiency in applying technology to workplace situations.
• The student will interact with others that contribute to effective working relationships.
Median annual wage in May 2019 – $42,390. Employment in Administrative Assistant support occupation is expected to grow 2%
The Administative Assistant faculty is a professional who have been employed in private and public sectors of education and business. He continues to participate in professional development and scholarly activity to enhance their knowledge and to serve as role models for lifelong learning.
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| Dr. Steven Smith 701-766-1378 steven.smith@littlehoop.edu |
