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Overview
Begin your journey to becoming an administrative assistant!
In
today's competitive job market, administrative assistants are essential
to the smooth operation of any business or organization. They provide a
variety of support services to professionals, including scheduling
appointments, managing calendars, preparing documents and handling
communications.
The program focuses on the fundamentals of administrative office support which can lead to completion of the full Administrative Assistant certificate and Administrative Professional associate degree.
If
you're looking for a rewarding career with plenty of opportunities,
consider earning the Administrative Assistant Training certificate from
Clackamas Community College, and begin your journey as an administrative
professional.
For detailed description and outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.
Classes
Required classes for the Administrative Assistant Training Certificate
Job Outlook
Find your place in the thriving business world that’s looking for administrative assistants!
The
job outlook for administrative assistants is steady, with over 1,300
annual openings in the Portland Tri-County area and a median wage of $24
an hour up to $31 an hour commensurate with increased skills and
experience.
For more information on career opportunities for this program, view the course catalog.
Skills
Transformative skills await in administrative assistant training!
Our
Administrative Assistant Training certificate is designed to help you
develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this in-demand
field. The program covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:
- Basic computer literacy: Learn essential skills in keyboarding, data entry and Microsoft (including Word, Outlook and Teams).
- Office operations: Develop expertise in filing, scheduling, communication and other essential office tasks.
- Business bookkeeping and business math: Master the math skills needed for tasks such as budgeting, invoicing and payroll.
- English grammar and communication: Improve your written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues, clients and customers.
Cost
Investing in your future
CCC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses, or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.