Today, Morganne is gainfully employed. During her three-week practicum at a local Bonnyville business, the company offered her a permanent job.
The Office Administration Certificate is delivered completely online. Students will still receive live instruction with instructor-led classes. Each classroom session is also recorded, so learning can happen anytime from any location.
The Certificate is a 35-week program preparing you for immediate employment in a constantly changing environment. You will obtain the knowledge and skills required to gain employment in administrative support positions. The last component of the program is a three-week practicum placement aimed at providing on-the-job training, furthering your employment opportunities.
Gold Medal Winner
Morganne Harding, Office Administration Student
Morganne says Portage College helped to refine her competition skills.
“The tasks required; being organized and having good time management – things I enjoy."
Career Potential
Employment opportunities are not limited to private businesses. The Alberta government, colleges, municipalities, settlement and band offices have all hired Office Administration graduates. Possible job opportunities are:
- Administrative assistant
- Human resources assistant
- Medical receptionist
- Receptionist
- Records management assistant
- Secretary
Credentials
Certificate
Admission Requirements
Grade 11 or equivalent with credit in:
- English 20-2 or equivalent
- Math 13 or equivalent or
- Students who do not meet admission requirements can contact student services regarding opportunities for placement testing. * Students will need to submit an application to the program to start the process.
Use this chart to check Provincial high school equivalencies accepted at Portage College. Note: This is just a guide.
Transferability: N/A
Program Start/End Date
Fall Intake: August 28, 2023 to December 15, 2023
Locations
Online Delivery with instructor-led classes
Domestic Student Fees
Application Fee $53.50
Fall Term
Fee payment deadline: August 15, 2022
| Tuition | $2391.20 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Total | $2,640.87 |
Winter Term
Fee payment deadline: December 15, 2022
| Tuition | $2391.20 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Total | $2,640.87 |
Total tuition & mandatory fees for year: $5,281.74
Part-time Fees
Tuition is calculated using “cost-per-credit” one credit is $159. Calculate the cost by multiplying the number of credits per course by $159.
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Tuition Deposit (non-refundable for oversubscribed programs and international only)
Domestic Students - $100
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Other purchases may be necessary in order for students to complete their courses/program.
Students will need regular access to a computer and an internet connection. High speed broadband access is highly recommended for the optimal learning experience.
For technical requirements, visit our Moodle page.
This program is not eligible for international study.
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