Course Curriculum
Administrative Assistant Training Curriculum
9 courses
39.5 continuing education units (CEUs)
Estimated completion time:
Fast track = 9 months
Average time = 12 months
Main Subjects
Starting Your Program
In this course, you’ll develop the necessary skills to ensure your success in the program. You'll learn how you can improve your study skills, so you're able to use a number of tools that will help you to be successful.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Identify skills needed to be a confident and independent online learner.
Introduction to Administrative Assistant
In this course, you'll learn about job opportunities for administrative professionals and the importance of lifelong learning to obtain and maintain employment in the field. You'll then explain the importance of consistently maintaining a positive and professional image in the workplace. You'll also review how to manage time effectively.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Describe job opportunities for administrative professionals and the importance of lifelong learning to obtain and maintain employment in the field
Explain the importance of consistently maintaining a positive and professional image in the workplace
Analyze how to manage time effectively
Workplace Communication Skills
In this course, you'll learn how working as an administrative assistant can mean working with people around the world. You'll also identify effective ways to communicate with other people.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Explain how to prepare for employment in the global workplace
Identify effective ways to communicate with other people
Administrative Office Procedures
In this course, you’ll learn about administrative office procedures. You’ll also learn how to make travel arrangements and plan meetings.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Describe how to professionally administer and manage office communications and procedures
Explain an administrative assistant's role in making and booking travel arrangements, and planning meetings
Filing and Records Management
In this course, you’ll discover how to set up, arrange, and maintain a filing system. You’ll also learn about managing records in an office environment.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Describe how to set up, arrange, and maintain a paper-based or electronic filing system
Explain how to manage records in an office setting
Apply basic math skills to real-world business scenarios
Technologies in the Workplace
In this course, you’ll learn about technology that’s available in the computerized workplace. Finally, you’ll learn how to use resources and references to search for information efficiently and effectively.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Describe common electronic communication systems, phone and computer technologies, and multi-function and single function machines used in the workplace
Identify resources and references available to search for information needed to help you succeed in the workplace
Business English
In this course you'll learn the skills you need to become more confident in your writing.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Describe the process of writing, as well as the parts of speech and how to use them
Explain various types of punctuation, rules for capitalization and spelling, and documenting sources for research
Construct complete, correct sentences and well-organized, coherent paragraphs
Recognize how to plan, develop, revise, and present your work
Prepare for the various kinds of writing most likely needed for a job
Computer Applications
You’ll learn about PC applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, as well as create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. You’ll also learn how to integrate the applications.
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By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
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Demonstrate a high level of inquiry, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrate effective quantitative skills
Demonstrate computer and information literacy
Demonstrate job-specific technical and professional skills
Demonstrate effective written and interpersonal communication skills
Identify how to create various Microsoft® Word™ documents
Write a sound Microsoft® Word™ 2019 letter
Identify how to create various Microsoft® Excel® documents
Produce a thorough Microsoft® Excel® 2019 spreadsheet
Identify the basic skills needed to use Microsoft® PowerPoint®
Create a well-constructed memo, spreadsheet, and presentation
The titles of your learning materials may be different from those listed on your program outline. There is no need to call your instructor about these differences. While the titles of certain learning materials may differ, the eduÂcational content is the same. All learning materials are designed to give you the finest education in your field. If you need instructional assistance, however, be sure to call for help. We reserve the right to revise the program of study and the instructional materials and to substitute for the items of equipment offered.
Note: We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
Career Diploma
6 - 12 months
If you're looking to turn your organization skills into a fulfilling career as an admin assistant, our online Administrative Assistant Career Diploma Program can help you prepare to take the next steps toward the job you want. Through flexible, online classes you can build business and administrative skills from home, on your schedule.
In our online Administrative Assistant Training, you'll build the foundational skills and knowledge relevant for performing administrative assistant jobs in a variety of office settings — including corporate businesses, law firms, banks, hospitals, and more. Your online classes include:
Workplace Communication Skills
Administrative Office Procedures
Computer Applications
Bookkeeping and Office Management
What you will learn
How to maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records and messages as well as organize files, folders, and schedules in proper order so an office can run efficiently.
How to read, analyze, route, distribute, and answer routine incoming memos, submissions, reports, mail, and email to determine their significance and plan their distribution.
How to use word processing, spreadsheet, and presentations software to create documents including preparing reports, memos, Microsoft® Excel® spreadsheets, letters, and financial statements.
How to negotiate with vendors, buy supplies, manage stockrooms or corporate libraries, and get data from various sources.

Our Proven
Learning Model
Empowering students to reach their professional goals
Flexible
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Start anytime
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No exam due dates
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Self-paced
Connected
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24/7 access to online resources
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Online student community
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Student Portal Help Center
Accessible
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Digital study guides
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Self-check quizzes
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Simulations and videos
Supportive
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Expert faculty
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Dedicated student services
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Robust learning resources
