Administrative
Assistant/Office Assistant
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Career Opportunities
This program provides the skills
necessary for an entry-level clerical position in
a variety of organizations, including: |
| Government agencies |
| Private industry |
| Banks |
| Accounting firms |
| Insurance companies |
| Legal firms |
| Medical offices |
| Real estate agencies |
| Court offices |
| Utility companies |
| ...and many more. |
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| Most graduates gain a
position as a receptionist, secretary, administrative
assistant, accounting clerk, word processor, or
data entry clerk. |
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Degree
& Certificate Options
A certificate is awarded upon
successful completion of the required Office Assistant
courses. All credits earned iin completion of
the Certificate of Applied Science may be applied toward the Administrative
Assistant or Medical Administrative Assistant
Associate of Applied Science Degrees and a high
percentage of the coursework may be applied toward
the Medical Assistant Associate of Applied Science
Degree. |
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 CAREER
CLOSEUP |
| Job
Outlook and Pay Info |
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| Median Wage (MT)* |
$26,800 |
| Median Wage (US)* |
$35,500 |
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| Average entry-level wage, COT grads (2003-2005) |
$19,971 |
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| Expected growth (MT)* |
10% |
| Expected growth (US)* |
12% |
| (projections through 2012) |
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| *Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Office of Employment Projections; MT Dept. of Labor
and Industry, Research and Analysis Bureau |
 COT Graduate Placement Data |
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| Skills, Traits,
Preparatory Classes that would be helpful |
- Mathematics to solve problems.
- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in
work-related documents.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths
and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions
or approaches to problems.
- Understanding the implications of new information
for both current and future problem solving and decision
making.
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| What
you will learn |
- Use current computer programs, including word processing,
spreadsheet, and database software
- Type proficiently on a computer keyboard
- File and organize documents
- Understand basic accounting and business math
- Spell, proofread, and use proper business environment
- Conduct an effective job search
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