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Office Assistant Short Course
If you have a Grade 10 Certificate, National Certificate (Vocational) Level 2, or equivalent qualification and are interested in entering the world of work as an office assistant, this quick skills acquisition course will prepare you as an Office Assistant in just six months.
You will learn to operate effectively in the workplace using a number of Windows-based applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and outlook. Additionally, you will develop an ability to operate a spreadsheet package and understand essential office functions, including general office practice, typical office equipment, filing, and telephone etiquette.
This programme is offered by Boston City Campus in the distance mode of education with support provided at Learner Support Centres. Apply to register at any Boston City Campus Learner Support Centre nationwide.
Programme Summary
Programme Name
Office Assistant
Programme Type
Short Learning Programme
Entry Requirements
Open Entry
Credits
Non-credit Bearing
Duration
6 Months (full-time) or 1 Year (part-time)
All modules are compulsory and must be passed.
- Introduction to PC*
- Windows*
- Word Processing*
- Spreadsheets*
- Understanding the Internet*
- Outlook*
- General Office Practice
*Formative Assessments are undertaken and the highest grade achieved in Formative Assessment is retained. The final grade is based on the Summative Assessment only. A maximum of one (1) additional supplementary assessment opportunity is provided for the Summative Assessment, which will be charged for.
- Ability to operate effectively in the workplace using a number of Windows-based end-user applications
- Ability to operate a spreadsheet package
- Understanding of basic office functions including typical office equipment, filing and telephone etiquette
BOSTON SHORT LEARNING PROGRAMME
On successful completion the Learner will be issued a Boston Short Learning Programme Office Assistant
Ito RPL, on successful completion the Learner apply for admission to a Boston Short Learning Programme or an Occupational Qualification of which either has a Grade 11 Certificate or equivalent qualification as the entry requirement. Each submission is individually evaluated, hence neither admission nor advanced placement is assured.