Executive Administrative Assistant Certificate Program
EAA1 - 202112
Program Description
The Executive Administrative Assistant program prepares individuals to provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, and handling information requests, as well as performing routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and
scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff. Courses include Computer Literacy, Business Procedures, Introduction to office suite software (including word processing, spreadsheet & database management), Principles of Management, and Financial Accounting.
Program Specific Information
Students are accepted every semester based on course and space availability.
Program Length & Availability
2 Semesters
Campus Availability: Hall, Forsyth, Barrow, Online
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.
Curriculum
Program-Specific Core – Total of 21 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 21
Graduation Plan
Note: For a list of which courses are part of the elective area, please see the Curriculum tab for this program.
Semester One
Semester Two
| BUSN 1240 | Office Procedures | 3 |
| BUSN 1450 | Computer Applications for the Business Professional | 4 |
| BUSN 1470 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 10 |
Total Credit Hours: 21
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.