Office Skills Specialist
Business & Technology
Specialized Diploma conferred
Program Narrative
If you would like to work in an office setting but have limited computer experience, you can become a more attractive job candidate by developing your skills. In particular, you'll need to become proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of computer software. The NCC Office Skills Specialist program prepares you to confidently enter a modern office setting. You can earn your diploma in just one semester.
Course work includes the operation of state-of-the art equipment and business-specific software applications. You'll gain the marketable skills required to work accurately and productively in an office environment.
Program Features
This diploma program provides a unique short-term vehicle to develop the entry-level office software skills needed to become employable in a general office setting. All course modules are offered in the BEST Lab on campus. As a result, students can enter the program up to the mid-semester, work at their own pace, and complete the courses in a full semester or less if they so desire. Students completing early are prepared to seek employment immediately.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the program will:
- Master operation of state-of-the art equipment and software and appropriately utilize these to accomplish work-related tasks accurately and productively in an office environment.
- Procure an appropriate position in an office setting with a commitment to lifelong learning to achieve professional growth.
Specialized Diploma
| Course Code | Course Title |
Credits
|
| OFAD 101 or | Keyboarding I on Microcomputers or | |
| OFAD 100 + 146 | Electronic Keyboarding + Formatting with Word |
3
|
| OFAD 205 or | Microsoft Office Software Applications or | |
| OFAD 141 + 142 + 143 | Intro to Word + Intro to Excel + Intro to Access |
3
|
| OFAD 111 or | Trends in Office Automation or | |
| OFAD 147 + 148 + 149 | Intro to Windows + Learning the Internet +PowerPoint |
3
|
| Total Credits |
9
|
Note: All courses in this diploma program are offered in an open entry/open exit format in the BEST Lab. The BEST Lab (Founders Hall 114) is open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
Career Potential: Office Support Specialist, Information Processor