Program Overview
General Office Certificate of Achievement
Related Degrees & Certificates
- AS Associate in Science Degree Program
- Administrative Assistant | 60 units
- Administrative Support Assistant | 60 units
- CA Certificate of Achievement
- Administrative Assistant | 27 units
- Administrative Support Assistant | 23.5 units
Career Opportunities
This program is for individuals who seek entry-level employment as a General Office Clerk or Information Clerk in the business environment. According to CTE Launchboard data, projected job openings in the Mid-Peninsula region for Office Technology/Office Computer Applications surpass 875 positions each year.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students completing this program will be able to:
- Develop the computer skills and confidence to obtain employment.
- Develop the ability and knowledge to plan, design, create, edit, integrate, and manage business documents using current technology.
- Utilize current supporting technology, according to industry standards, to increase workplace effectiveness.
Program Overview
The General Office certificate program prepares students for employment as entry-level general office clerks in a variety of business settings as support staff. This program gives an entry-level employee the solid foundational skills needed in an office. This program increases students' efficiency, speed, and accuracy in typing while increasing technical skills and confidence in a variety of software. Students are also introduced to organizational behavior and interpersonal skills.
Requirements
Major: Core and Selective Requirements
Complete Core Courses, 10.5 units
- BUS. 101 | Human Relations in the Workplace | 3 units
- CBOT 432 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 units
- CBOT 448 | Using Microsoft Windows | 1.5 units
- CBOT 472 | Beginning Word Processing | 1.5 units
- CBOT 475 | Using Outlook | 1.5 units
Selectives Courses, choose a minimum of 1.5 units from the following:
- CBOT 415 | Beginning Computer Keyboarding | 1.5 units
- CBOT 417 | Skill Building | 1.5 units
- CBOT 474 | Intermediate Word Processing | 1.5 units
- CBOT 476 | Adobe Acrobat | 1.5 units
Total Required Units: 12
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The General Office certificate program at Cañada College prepares students for entry-level employment as general office clerks in various business settings. The program emphasizes foundational skills that entry-level employees need in an office environment. This program enhances students' typing efficiency, speed, and accuracy, while building their technical skills and confidence in diverse software applications. Students also gain an understanding of organizational behavior and interpersonal skills.
- Objectives:
- Acquire the computer skills and confidence necessary for workplace success.
- Develop proficiency in planning, designing, creating, editing, integrating, and managing business documents using modern technology.
- Master the use of supporting technology, meeting industry standards, to maximize workplace effectiveness.
Outline:
Module 1: Core Courses
- BUS. 101: Human Relations in the Workplace (3 units)
- Develop effective interpersonal and communication skills in the workplace.
- CBOT 432: Introduction to Computer Applications (3 units)
- Gain a comprehensive grounding in essential computer applications.
- CBOT 448: Using Microsoft Windows (1.5 units)
- Master the core functionalities of the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Module 2: Core Courses
- CBOT 472: Beginning Word Processing (1.5 units)
- Acquire foundational word processing skills.
- CBOT 475: Using Outlook (1.5 units)
- Utilize Microsoft Outlook efficiently for email management, scheduling, and contact organization.
Module 3: Selective Courses
(choose a minimum of 1.5 units)
- CBOT 415: Beginning Computer Keyboarding (1.5 units)
- Develop and enhance touch-typing skills.
- CBOT 417: Skill Building (1.5 units)
- Refine existing office skills and develop specialized competencies.
- CBOT 474: Intermediate Word Processing (1.5 units)
- Advance word processing skills to handle more complex document creation and formatting.
Careers:
- Administrative Support Assistant
- General Office Clerk
- Information Clerk
