CAREER PROGRAMS:
Office Skills
Administrative Assistance and Administrative Coordination
Program Options
- Administrative Assistance Certificate of Achievement
- Administrative Coordination Certificate of Achievement
Program Information
Today's world has a constant demand for qualified, competent administrative professionals. Offices need people who are very organized, hard-working, dedicated individuals. They need people with good computer skills, common sense and decision-making abilities.
To succeed in a career in this field, you must be an expert at both oral and written communication. You need to be a creative thinker and problem solver who can multi-task on demand. You will often be seen as the one who holds the office together and makes sure everything gets done right. The responsibility is big, but the job satisfaction can be great; and because demand is high, salaries are continuing to grow for those who can do well at this demanding, dynamic job in Silicon Valley and beyond.
Career Paths
- Administrative Assistant
- Executive Assistants
- Event/Meeting Coordinator
- Information Clerk
- Office Assistant
- Reception
- Data Entry Technician
Business Division Contact
Jim Henderson
408.741.4609
email: jim_henderson@westvalley.edu
Related Information
- International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
- Office Administration Advisory Board
www.officeprofessionals.org
- Requirements and suggested sequence of classes
Questions about Career Programs? Call 408.741.2098
e-mail: Career Programs Center: cathy_aimonetti@wvmccd.cc.ca.us
or stop by AAS 35
REVISED July 22, 2008
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