Administrative Professional Services AAS

This option emphasizes the need for quality customer service, human relations, communication, and technology skills in the office where employment opportunities increase significantly for those who have these essential skills and can assume responsibility and perform a variety of office functions.  Prerequisite and requisite courses must be completed with a minimum grade of 2.0.

Program Learning Outcomes:

• IO1 Communication
  Students will write, speak, and present information effectively by creating professional documents that would be used in an office or medical office environment.
• IO2 Quantitative Reasoning
  Students will be able to reason mathematically using methods appropriate to the profession
• IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills
  Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and/or workplace specific skills.
• PO4 Students will identify the interpersonal and ethical attributes needed for success in the profession by developing a professional portfolio and/or successfully completing a mock Interview with industry professionals.
• PO5 Students will develop proficient Microsoft Office techniques by creating professional business documents while meeting an 85% competency level.

Depending on a student’s English or Math placement and keyboarding skills, additional courses may be required. Some electives are not available every quarter or year. Ask about other classes in which you may be interested.