Administrative Assistant

Computer Tutor Business and Technical Institute
Modesto, California, United States

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' The objective for this program is to provide students with the skills and knowledge to work in an entry-level position in an office environment. The program focus is primarily on core computer applications and office skills. This program covers more subject matter than either the Office Clerk I program or the Administrative Assistant I program, including additional reinforcement in Keyboarding for increased typing speed and accuracy, Desktop Publishing, and Business Simulations. This program begins with instruction in Microsoft Windows, the leading computer operating system. Later in the course, students will learn Microsoft Word (the leading word processor) and learn many features of computerized spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of these programs is vital for every office and clerical position. Computer skills are taught with a hands-on approach in small groups. This small group size enables students to focus on the task at hand and get individual help if needed to fully accomplish lessons. Upon successful completion of the program a certificate of achievement is awarded. Qualified instructors teach all classes.



PROGRAM LENGTH



18 or 36 Weeks, 36 Credits



CLASSES



Introduction to Personal Computers & Windows



Basic computer features, such as formatting diskettes, copying and deleting files, moving through the directory structure, obtaining file lists, and rules for naming files are taught and practiced. Students will also be introduced to hardware, dealing with definitions of acronyms and terminology such as RAM, memory, bytes, megabytes, disk drive sizes and capacities, storage space, megahertz, speed of processing, etc. Students will learn all of the important features of the Windows program.



Word Processing - Microsoft Word



Students are taught the essential elements of word processing as they relate to the business environment. Specific features taught include: creating, printing and editing documents, formatting and enhancing text, proofreading projects using the spelling and thesaurus features, printing documents and creating customized form letters with merging. Shortcuts, the table feature, formatting long documents and using headers and footers will also be taught. Students will be able to produce complex documents and reports.



Desktop Publishing



For the professional administrative assistant, knowledge of desktop publishing is essential. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to create effective publications. Formatting and editing a variety of document types, using columns, and adding graphics to their documents by importing them from other applications such as Clipart, will be covered.



Spreadsheets - Microsoft Excel



Basic, intermediate and advanced features are taught in this class. All spreadsheet fundamentals, including proper layout and working with numbers and formulas to create a management tool are covered. This class also covered advanced functions such as linking, sorting and charting. As well as providing the students with good fundamentals in this popular computer spreadsheet program, students will gain a better grasp of mathematical concepts as they relate to business, such as percentage increases, projections and budgets.



Keyboarding III



This class teaches more than typing speed. Accuracy is strongly encouraged. This will give the students a competitive edge in the clerical field as well as making them feel more confident in their own abilities. With clients who have little or no typing skills on entry into the program, this is a very important component and upon achievement gives a great feeling of self-worth and accomplishment.



Modern Office Skills



The skills to be covered include the following: Photocopiers/Fax Machines, Telephone Answering Techniques, Business Correspondence, Filing Systems, and Reception Techniques.



10 Key by Touch



Participants are taught to use the 10 key number pad without looking at it as well as the use and importance of timesaving features, the operational keys, and using the options and settings available.



Business Simulations I & II



Students are guided through two simulations that put into practice and apply the skills and knowledge they have acquired to become Administrative Assistants: Handwriting, Keyboarding, Filing, Calculating, Communicating, Telephoning, Decision-Making, Proofreading, and Managing Time.



Business Education & Communication Skills II



This curriculum is individually tailored to the requirements of each participant. The computer is used extensively with individual tutoring as required. Areas covered include following instructions; good study habits; business math, grammar, and punctuation; and business letter writing and spelling. The computer highlights students�specific areas of weakness and special emphasis is placed on these areas. Lessons are generated by the computer with supervision from the instructor.



Presentation- Microsoft PowerPoint



Students are taught to create dynamic multimedia presentations that are appropriate for business purposes. Subjects include; Creating slides, inserting graphics, inserting sound and animation, multimedia slide shows, printing of presentations in handout form.



Internet- World Wide Web



The World Wide Web has become a prevalent part of business life in today’s society. Students will be introduced to the web and learn how to browse websites, perform searches, create bookmarks and download software. Students will also create e-mail accounts and learn to send and receive messages.



Placement Preparation & Assistance

�Job Placement Advising

�Resume Seminar

�Professional Resume, Cover Letter, and Reference Sheet

�Interview Seminar & Simulated interview with a professional from the community

�Job Search Skills Seminar

�Portfolio Training

�Access to Job Leads
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Phone:209.545.5200

School Address:

Computer Tutor Business and Technical Institute
4306 Sisk Road
Modesto, CA USA 95356



Jobs & Resumes: Modesto
Houses & Roommates: Modesto

Windows XP
Internet Basics
Microsoft Word
Excel
Microsoft Publisher
PowerPoint
Microsoft Access
FrontPage
Microsoft Outlook
QuickBooks
Administrative Accounting Clerk
Administrative Medical Clerk
MCSE
A+

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