Required Classes for Certification
Level I Standard Certificate (Administrative Support)
Computers
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Keyboarding-demonstrated 30 wpm gained through a keyboarding class or through personal practice
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Word processing I course
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Spreadsheet I course
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Computer Electives (15 hours)
Writing/Grammar
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Business Writing Course
Math/Accounting - 1 of the following:
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Business Math course
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Accounting course
Interpersonal Skills
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One approved ZLS or DDI course
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Two approved American Management Association Classes
Professional Skills
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Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills
Level II Standard Certificate (Administrative Support)
Computers
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Advanced Keyboarding - demonstrated 50 wpm or above gained through additional class or personal practice.
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Advanced Word Processing course using same program as Level I or through approval.
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Advanced Spreadsheet course using same program as Level I or through approval.
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Database course
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Internet or PowerPoint course
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Computer Electives (15 hours)
Writing/Grammar
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Business Communications course
Math/Accounting - 1 of the following:
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Business Math course
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Accounting course
Interpersonal Skills
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One approved ZLS or DDI course
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Two approved American Management Association Classes
REQUIRED CLASSES
FOR CERTIFICATE
Computer Test Outs
If you are in the Professional Skills Program and feel you have sufficient computer skills, you may test out of computer classes. Use the course description to determine if you know the material covered in each class. You must fulfill prerequisites to test out.
Participation is limited. Fee is $20 per exam. Call Sherry at 816-271-4100 to reserve your spot and specify which test you wish to take. Limit: 2 test outs per semester.
