Administrative Assistant Certificate Program

Dates:  

Vanderhoof: Sept 2012 - May 2013 

Fort St. James: Feb 6, 2012 - Dec 7, 2012 (Summer off)

34 Weeks Full Time

Train for employment  in today’s business, government and industrial offices!

In the 8 1/2 month ABT program you will receive comprehensive computer training using the most up-to-date programs.  Practical work experience is also an important component of the program, with community businesses and agencies hosting student placements.  This program will provide you with the skills and confidence to compete in today’s highly-skilled workforce.

Program Topics 

· Business Communications

· Manual & Computerized Secretarial Bookkeeping

· Electronic Calculations

· Human Relations & Professional Development Seminars

· Office Procedures & Simulations

· Keyboarding Skill Development

· Work Experience

· Word Processing

· Microcomputer Applications

· Desktop Publishing

Admission Requirements

1.  Successful completion of one of the following: 

        Grade 12 (with English 12, Communications 12 or

        Technical and Professional Communications 12) or

        ABE/CCP Advanced Certificate or GED Certificate or   

        To explore the option of entering as a mature student, please schedule an appointment with a CNC   advisor.

2.  English & Math Achievement Test (EMAT)

3.  Keyboarding assessment and typing speed of 20 net words per minute and an interview with the instructor.

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