Administrative Assistants perform administrative and clerical duties that keep an office running smoothly and efficiently. As a profession, it provides steady and consistent employment to new graduates, which is why it has always been a popular career path.

The Administrative Assistant’s diploma will provide you with the skills and training required to start a career with total confidence. You’ll learn office administration and bookkeeping procedures and increase proficiency in relevant computer software programs. This can include software for spreadsheets, project management, bookkeeping, billing, communication and appointment tracking. You’ll work on the important skills that make an Administrative Assistant such a key member of the office environment, such as data entry, accurate keyboarding and document filing.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative Assistants perform a number of crucial duties that contribute to the professional and well-run office. Tasks vary, but they may be asked to manage front desk duties, such as answering phones, manning busy switchboards, handling correspondence, and setting and confirming appointments. Most importantly, they are often the first person of contact for clients, whether in person or on the phone. This means the Administrative Assistant sets a helpful and cheerful tone for the business or company.

Administrative Assistants may also be responsible for computer data entry, faxing, filing and photocopying as well as ordering office supplies and arranging for the repairs of office equipment. They often sit in on executive meetings, organize the agenda, take minutes and submit those minutes for approval and distribution.

If you’re up for an interesting and rewarding career that will bring you personal and financial independence, contact us today and learn more about

our diploma program.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Your Administrative Assistant diploma will let employers know that you have the skill and experience they’re looking for. Some of the personal attributes employers also look for include:

Superior customer service skills

Communication and organization skills

An ability to multi-task

A professional and helpful demeanour

Strong keyboarding skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Proficiency in relevant software programs

Strong management skills

Respect for confidentiality and discretion

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Administrative Assistants are required in virtually every business or company, which means the workplace options are varied. Graduates of our Administrative Assistant program have found employment in a variety of wide-ranging workplaces, including:

Government offices

Medical offices

Business offices

Corporate head offices

Legal offices

Retail offices

And many more!