Program Overview

Professional Certificate in Administration and Office Skills

Overview

This course has been developed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed and work efficiently in an administrative position. It covers areas such as Microsoft Office, data protection, communication & organisational skills.

Why Study Administration and Office Skills at Griffith College

• Equip participants with the essential skills and competencies necessary to succeed and develop within an administrative role.
• Provide hands-on training to ensure proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Foster efficient workplace performance through the development of customer service, organisational and time management skills.
• Develop communication skills to facilitate clear and effective interaction and collaboration in a professional environment.
• Provide an overview of data protection and the importance of data compliance in an office environment.
• Enable participants to develop their professional profile and networking skills through LinkedIn.

Intake Dates

• Dublin - Part-Time - October 2025
• Dublin - Online - October 2025

What our students say

"The course was a brilliant introduction to what it’s like working in an office space. Sarah was a brilliant lecturer, and she really helped in showing you how to use each programme in a simple and informative way. I would highly recommend this course if you’re looking to get the basics for becoming an admin or taking on a role in an office!"

Abby Mahon Professional Certificate in Administration and Office Skills

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• Certificate in Applied IT and Office Skills
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Course Details

Course Content

• Microsoft Word
• Email - Microsoft Outlook
• Data Protection
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Microsoft PowerPoint - Presentation Skills
• Personal Brand & Development

Timetables

• On-Campus Delivery - Classes will commence on Tuesday, 21st October 2025 in Griffith College Dublin Main Campus.
• Online Delivery - Classes will commence on Wednesday, 22nd October 2025.

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

• All applicants must be a user of Microsoft Office.

How to Apply

• Directly to Griffith College Professional Academy
• Applicants under 23 years of age:
  • Old Leaving Cert (Pre 2017) - 5 Ordinary Level D3s (subjects to include a language, English, Irish or another language) or equivalent exam taken.
  • New Leaving Cert - 5 O6/H7 grades, to include a language (English, Irish)
• Applicants over 23 years of age (Mature students) - If you are 23 years or over from the 1st of January before the academic year for which they are applying, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form.

Fees

• Study Mode: Part-Time
• Fee: EUR 1,250.00
• Flexible Payment Options - Students wishing to avail of an instalment plan should contact the College.

Progression

What further study can I do?

• Graduates are encouraged to further their studies by joining the Griffith College Professional Diploma in Business Management subject to satisfying the entry requirements, where necessary.

What career paths could I have?

• Upon completion, this programme is the perfect foundation for participants who wish to progress in the workplace.