Administrative Assistant I, Certificate

Administrative Assistant I, Certificate

Be the organized, dependable force that keeps an office running smoothly.

This program prepares students for immediate employment in entry-level information processing, receptionist, and general office positions. Students will obtain skills in document formatting, electronic organization and collaboration, record management, and Internet communication and scheduling. It also gives students credits that can be used toward an associate degree in Business Office Administration.

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Career Outlook in Michigan

Career Title Median Salary Annual Openings
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants $65,200 1,031
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $44,545 5,404
Office Clerks, General $43,876 11,135

What do Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants do?

  • Manage and maintain executives' schedules.
  • Make travel arrangements for executives.
  • Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.

What skills do Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants have?

  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  • Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

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How much does it cost?

WCC is consistently rated one of the most affordable colleges in the country. Check out the Tuition Rates and see how WCC compares to peer institutions.

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