Emphasis is placed on learning skills such as keyboarding, shorthand, proofreading, and filing and records management which are necessary for working in today's modern office environment. Areas of specialization include entry-level, general office, legal secretarial assistant, and administrative assistant. This performance-oriented course is designed to increase success in college. Students will develop their own success plan through self-evaluation and by learning and applying specific techniques and resources. Courses are presented in a lecture-scheduled lab format.
Students can upgrade skills for job enhancements.
In addition, student can use courses in the program for A.A. degree and transfer purposes. Computer Business Applications Courses in this area provide instruction for those interested in using current computer applications in today's automated office environment. Emphasis is placed on attaining skills in computer office applications and software integration. Counseling Educational, career and personal counseling services are offered through the Counseling Center, located in the Administration Building. Counselors also assist students with study skills ae well as referring students to fundamental skills classes and labs in basic math and English, including the Writing Center.