Just the Facts
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Office Assistant
- 29 Credit Technical Diploma
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Program Length
- One Year
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Delivery Method
- Online
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Career Cluster
- Business Operations & Leadership
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Program Location
- Online
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Start Months
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August
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Financial Aid Eligible
- Non-Traditional Occupation
Estimated Program Cost
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- Term 1
- $ 2,512
- Term 2
- $ 2,696
- Books
- $ 1,394
- Estimated Total
- $6,602
Office Assistant Overview
CVTC's Office Assistant program is your entry into today's modern, technology-driven workplace. Designed for entry-level administrative careers, this program builds essential office and communication skills while introducing the digital tools, workplace platforms, and emerging technologies shaping how work gets done, including foundational applications of artificial intelligence (AI).
You will develop in-demand skills in business communication, customer service, document creation, records management, and office software while learning how AI and digital tools can streamline everyday tasks, support decision-making, and improve workplace efficiency.
Part of a career pathway, the Office Assistant technical diploma credits apply toward the Administrative Professional associate degree if you choose to continue your education.
Skills You'll Gain:
- Use software and AI-supported tools to complete daily office tasks
- Create professional business documents and communications
- Provide customer service in person, by phone, and digitally
- Organize and manage information with accuracy and efficiency
- Communicate professionally with strong writing, grammar, and digital etiquette
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Career Opportunities
- Administrative Assistant
- Clerical Assistant
- Customer Service Representative
- Patient Services Representative
- Receptionist
Graduate Outcomes
CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking several questions related to employment. Here are the program outcomes and job data.
100% employed
100% of our recent Office Assistant graduates got a job in the industry.
426 regional jobs
There are 426 job openings in the CVTC district for the Office Assistant industry.
* This wage is not specific to CVTC graduates. Wage estimates are based on entry-level positions and are gathered from Lightcast which is an economic modeling software that blends historical and projected industry and occupation trends within CVTC's 11-county district. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey. ↩
Transfer Credits to Other Institutions
Should you choose to continue your education after you leave CVTC, we have agreements in place with several institutions to ensure an easy transfer.
Program Courses
These are a few of the courses you will take in this program. Courses and the recommended sequence change from year to year; once you are enrolled in a program at CVTC you will be given a recommended course sequence that outlines what courses you should take and the order in which to take them.
You may search for available courses. If you are ever unsure of what courses to take, talk to your academic advisor. If you are looking for course information for previous years, check out our past catalogs.
Here are a few of the courses you can take in the Office Assistant program.
Sample Courses
Meeting & Event Planning
Topics include aspects of the event management process such as: goal setting and objectives, establishing an event theme, planning event logistics, facility set up, and follow-up activities.
Human Resources, Intro
This course examines the role of human resources and goals of human resource management in today's organizations. Students explore the importance and impact of human resource functions on the overall strategy of organizations.
Payroll Accounting
Students will learn to make the payroll calculations and record keeping, including social security taxes, income tax withholding, and other deductions.
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Earn Credentials Along the Way
Career Pathways
Career Pathways are a clear, manageable way to access education that provides employer-recognized, stackable credentials tied to specific jobs, education, and career progression. Career Pathways are beneficial to high school students and teachers, parents, adult students, and employers.
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Student Testimonial
CVTC provides great hands on experience and gives skills to prepare for a job before graduation.
Office Assistant Graduate
Student Learning Outcomes
A Student Learning Outcome refers to the specific skills, knowledge, or abilities that students are expected to demonstrate upon successful completion of an academic program or degree.
Students will:
- Perform accurate workplace communications
- Use technology skills for business tasks
- Perform routine office procedures
- Demonstrate professionalism and effective workplace relationships
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Admission Requirements
Each program requires specific requirements a student must meet to be considered for admissions to this program.
Advising Tips
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