Office Technology Administrative Professional

This 24-week course prepares individuals with disabilities for entry-level office work. The program includes 12 weeks of virtual classroom computer training in the comfort and convenience of the home environment. Students are then required to complete a 12-week externship in order to obtain real-work experience.

Training Includes:

• Keyboarding
• Customer service training
• Records management
• Communication skills
• Introduction to productivity documents including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation programs
• Business etiquette
• Job readiness instruction

Program Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
  
• Grade 8 or above reading and language skills
• Ability to work independently in a virtual environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to work on detailed and repetitive tasks 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate via email
• A computer or laptop equipped with a webcam, microphone, and speakers
• An Internet connection capable of streaming video and a quiet place to work