Office Applications, Certificate of Proficiency

Emphasis: Office Applications

Degree: Certificate of Proficiency

Total Units: 56

Class Type: Lecture, Lab, Hybrid, Online

Purpose: This certificate prepares students with the skills needed for entry level positions in office settings or small businesses.

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
• Format basic business letters, memos, reports, tables, and newsletters to office standards
• Demonstrate the ability to relate effectively with others in the classroom
• Demonstrate human relations skills and professional behavior necessary for successful job performance
• Demonstrate the ability to apply acquired skills in the workplace
• Formant basic business letters, memos, reports, tables, and newsletters to office standards
• Compose business letters, memos, resumes, and letters of application
• Develop effective presentations using presentation software
• Analyze and calculate data using spreadsheet software
• Prepare documents using advanced features in word processing software
• Enter and organize data using database software
• Develop effective presentations using presentation software