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  Mar 29, 2024
 
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Administrative Assistant, A.A.S. ♦


The Administrative Assistant Associate in Applied Science degree program prepares graduates by introducing them to a wide variety of subjects and technologies that will prepare them to manage, assume responsibilities, and organize themselves and their workplace environment. Certificates in various related areas can also be obtained while working toward a degree.

This offering is available in the following modes:

Face-to-face, Fully online 

With this award, you may seek jobs such as:

First-Line Supervisors of Office & Administrative Support Workers

Related Awards

General Office Level 1 Certificate ♦  
Secretarial Assistant Level 1 Certificate ♦  
Administrative Assistant Level 1 Certificate ♦   
Bill and Account Collector Level 1 Certificate ♦  
Data Entry Technician Level 1 Certificate ♦  
Virtual Administrative Assistant Level 1 Certificate ♦  

 

♦ — This symbol indicates the offering is also available fully online.

Total Credit Hours Required: 60


Semester I


Semester VI


Milestone Course(s)


*** denotes Milestone course(s).
A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program.

NOTES:


#  Courses not offered at Palo Alto College
*   Capstone Course
CIP Code: 52.0401
Major Code: ADAS

Additional Program Informaton


The Administrative Assistant Associate in Applied Science degree program prepares graduates by introducing them to a wide variety of subjects that will prepare them to manage and organize themselves and their workplace environment. The program prepares the student to gain comprehensive skills and assume responsibilities in the workplace. Student will have advanced training with computer technology to prepare for the constantly changing and increasingly automated business environment.

Graduates may enter the workforce or may continue their education. After some work experience, individuals may also seek additional training and professional credentials to increase their advancement opportunities. Certificates in various related areas cal also be obtained while working toward a degree.

Advisory Committee
Randy Lee, Rackspace
Debra Martinez, Alamo Colleges
Alan McCabe, Frost National Bank
Jackie Trevino, Frost National Bank