Administrative Assistant, AAS

Emphasis: Administrative Assistant

Degree: Associate in Applied Science

Total Units: 90

Class Type: Lecture, Lab, Hybrid, Online

Purpose: The Associate in Applied Science Administrative Assistant degree prepares students with a broad business background, as well as provide specialized training in office skills. While students are accepted into the program each quarter, those who start in September find it easier to schedule their courses in the suggested sequences. Prerequisites may include demonstrated proficiency in English, math, and basic keyboarding skills. Upon completion, students will be prepared to compete for entry-level employment as office assistants, receptionists, and transcriptionists in general offices, legal offices, or medical offices.

Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

• Demonstrate the ability to keyboard with speed and accuracy
• File correctly using alphabetic, numeric, geographic, and subject filing systems
• Apply rules of grammar, punctuation, and spelling in written and oral communications
• Prepare documents using advanced features in word processing software
• Format basic business letters, memos, reports, tables, and newsletters to office standards
• Solve basic business math problems
• Operate a 10-key electronic calculator by touch
• Analyze and calculate data using spreadsheet software
• Demonstrate the ability to relate effectively with others in the classroom
• Demonstrate human relations skills and professional behavior necessary for successful job performance
• Analyze and organize business transactions applying bookkeeping theory and systems
• Demonstrate the ability to apply acquired skills in the workplace
• Compose business letters, memos, resumes, and letters of application
• Enter and organize data using database software
• Enter accounting transactions and generate reports using QuickBooks
• Analyze data and report information using database software
• Possess a basic understanding of receiving office visitors, using the telephone, scheduling appointments, customer service, and confidentiality skills in an office
• Develop effective presentations using presentation software
• Develop effective communication skills using electronic software