School of Business & Continuing Studies

Administrative Office Professional

Gain the knowledge and abilities need to manage information, organize and maintain files, coordinate projects, and learn bookkeeping and computer skills. This certificate program takes just eight months to complete and includes the full range of courses you need to succeed as an entry-level administrative professional in many different office environments.

As a student, you'll form strong connections with faculty and classmates to support your college experience and build your network. You'll also gain on-the-job experience through a work placement in the winter semester. The ability to use your Administrative Office Professional certificate as a starting point for a business diploma or degree is one of the strengths of this program. You can focus on building the skills you need for work right away, but also think of a long-term career at the same time.

Administrative Office Professional Certificate: Flexible Learning Model 
Want to build a new career but need the flexibility to balance family, work, or location with your studies? Our Administrative Office Professional certificate program offers a flexible learning model, allowing you to attend classes in person or fully online. This program delivers the education you need on a schedule that fits your life.

To learn more about this option, please contact an academic advisor.

After taking the Administrative Office Professional certificate, you can take the Administrative Office Management diploma.

Additional opportunities

Graduates of the Administrative Office Professional certificate also receive advanced standing in MHC's Continuing Studies Medical Office Assistant certificate program.

PLAR (prior learning assessment and recognition) will be granted for the computer skills training and keyboard requirements, as well as the "Productivity and Workplace Communication" course requirements in the above programs. For complete details, please visit the links provided for each program. Please note that Continuing Studies certificate programs are not eligible for student loan funding.