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Administrative Assistant
Associate in Applied
Arts Degree
Certificate
Administrative Assistants work in a wide variety of office settings. The
training program at Green River offers extensive, hands-on computer
education, up-to-date office procedures, and possible credit for prior
experience.
In today's office, the primary duties of an
administrative assistant are to collect, process, and disseminate
information. Through Green River Community College's Administrative
Assistant program, you can earn an Associate in Applied Arts degree or a
certificate.
Administrative Assistant graduates can seek
employment in the following areas:
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airlines
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attorneys
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banks
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computer firms
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doctors' offices
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insurance offices
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marketing companies
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schools
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secretarial services
Graduates are prepared to work in a wide
variety of occupations, such as:
When can new students enroll?
You may enroll in the Administrative Assistant program at the beginning of
any quarter. The program hours are flexible with day, evening
and some on-line classes.
Prerequisites
Complete an application to Green River Community College, complete the
COMPASS assessment, and meet with an advisor.
We highly recommend that a student have a GED
or a high school diploma before entering the program. Communication
(written and verbal) and
organizational skills are vital.
How long does the program take?
It depends on you. If you attend full time, the Associate in Applied Arts
degree requirements may be completed in six quarters and the certificate
requirements may be completed in four. If you attend part time, completion
will depend on how many credits you earn each quarter.
Special fees
Courses requiring special equipment have additional fees.
Personal requirements for success
Administrative Assistant students need to be task- oriented, flexible, and
able to adapt to changing situations.
Does the program transfer to four-year
schools?
Courses in this program are primarily professional/technical.
All transferability of to four-year institutions is at the discretion of
the receiving institution. Students should contact an advisor at the
college to which they intend to transfer.
Special program notes
Green River’s Administrative Assistant program
offers you:
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A hands-on learning experience
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Possible credit for relevant prior experience
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Possible credit through articulation
agreements
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An opportunity to participate in
Cooperative Education
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An update of your existing office skills
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Extensive computer training
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An opportunity to begin a career in business.
Employment outlook
The Career Development and Employment Services Center will assist you in
your job search.
Salary range
The current starting salary range for an Administrative Assistant graduate
may be found at
http://jobtrainingresults.org
We welcome your questions!
For general information about our professional and technical or academic
programs, please call us at—
(253) 833-9111 Auburn
(206) 464-6133 Eastside
(253) 924-0180 Tacoma
Extension 2500
For specific information about the Administrative Assistant programs
contact:
Joyce Strain
Extension 4385
jstrain@greenriver.edu
Judy Duthie
Extension 4394
jduthie@greenriver.edu |
