An executive certificate diploma in office administration equips you with the skills to manage office workflows, effective communication, coordinate team efforts, use technology to handle various types of records and reports, preparing you for a career in office administration management.
This program includes an office practicum in a real-world setting that provides essential real-world experience, enabling students to apply classroom knowledge in professional settings and prepare for the workforce.
by gaining and office administration certificate, You’ll gain the following skills:
Office administration graduates are well-prepared for entry-level positions across various sectors, including finance and oil and gas. They are equipped to take on roles such as administrative assistant, office assistant, office administrator, mail or message distribution clerk, among others.
Educational Qualifications:
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English Language Proficiency (ELP) Requirements:
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This administrative assistant diploma is fully accredited under the Alberta Private Career College Act (PCC) and approved for Student Aid, ensuring it meets national benchmarks in administrative management.
The program emphasizes a broad-based knowledge, student support, practical experience, adherence to safety, ethical standards, and a relentless pursuit of excellence and improvement.
The program include 120 hours of on-site office administration practicum with various clients, including our student-run clinic, practical training, and through community projects.
At Aquinas College, the tuition fees for the office administration diploma are among the most affordable in Alberta for private colleges, with a course fee of $1,080 per course. The costs listed may not include all possible fees charged by the school. For the most accurate and current information on educational costs, it is recommended to contact the school directly.
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Student aid for the Office Administration Diploma program at Aquinas College is approved by the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Manitoba.
Several scholarships are available at Aquinas College for the Office Administration program, targeting new immigrants, adult learners, and outstanding youth in Canada. Eligibility for these grants requires fulfilling admission requirements, obtaining recommendations, and maintaining high academic and professional records.
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Additionally, students may explore options for government-approved loans and grants to further support their education such as Alberta Student Grants, Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students, Canada Student Grant for Part-Time Students, Alberta Grant for Students with Disabilities (GFD), moreover if you live outside Alberta, our diploma programs are eligible for grants from other provinces.
Career opportunities for certified office executives are vast, encompassing roles in corporations, nonprofit organizations, banking and finance institutions, academic departments, government agencies, and virtual or remote work environments.
In the office administration field, their responsibilities include scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, managing email correspondence, maintaining records, preparing documents, and providing general support to other staff members.
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400C-9705 Horton Rd SW
Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X5, Canada
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Information about the program can be answered by our office administration instructors and the academic department team.