OFFICE SUPPORT
Certificate of Applied Science
Catalog 2007-2008

Advisors: Donna Eakman, Deborah Newton

The one-year certificate program in Office Support prepares students for entry level positions in a variety of office setting. The program emphasizes skills in oral and written communications, word processing, ten-key, records management, keyboarding and document formatting. Students may emphasize areas in general office skills, the legal office, or the medical office by selecting appropriate elective courses. All courses transfer into the AAS degree in Office Administration and Technology.

Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to:

• Communicate effectively in both oral and written communication;
  
  
• Use the appropriate soft ware and hardware for applications in the business office;
  
  
• Manage the information needed for successful operation of the business;
  
  
• Apply interpersonal relations concepts and techniques to personal and professional situations;
  
  
• Understand and apply mathematical concepts and models;
  
  
• Solve business problems by applying business principles, communication standards, and office management skills.

Required Skills

Fall Semester