Administrative Assistant Diploma

Become the first point of contact in an office. Gain skills in computer software, organization, and customer service and be ready to work in any business.

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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification

Demonstrate your expertise by earning an industry-recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. With MOS certification, you can highlight your proficiency in Microsoft 365 Apps and advance your career.

Available certifications include:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook

Earn a Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps) Certification

To earn this certification, pass three of the following exams:

• Microsoft Word (Microsoft 365 Apps)
• Microsoft Excel (Microsoft 365 Apps)
• Microsoft PowerPoint (Microsoft 365 Apps)
• Microsoft Outlook (Microsoft 365 Apps)

Advance to Expert Level

You can take your skills further by earning an Expert Certification in:

• Microsoft Word Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps)
• Microsoft Excel Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps)

Maximize your Microsoft Office proficiency by earning Associate or Expert certifications, allowing you to showcase advanced skills and gain a competitive edge.

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Our hands-on program will give you experience using the latest business communications, computer software, and technologies found on the job.

Stand out from your peers in your job search with your portfolio.. Develop your resume, cover letter and other documents and sharpen your interview skills.

This program qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition.

You must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

This a partial list of employers who have hired Administrative Office Management graduates:

• CBE Group, Waterloo, IA
• CUNA Mutual Group, Waverly, IA
• Dutton Daniels Hines Kalkhoff Cook & Swanson, Waterloo, IA
• Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA
• John Deere, Waterloo, IA
• Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA
• Target Distribution Center, Cedar Falls, IA
• The VGM Group , Waterloo, IA
• Veridian Credit Union, Waterloo, IA
• Waterloo Juvenile Public Defender Office, Waterloo, IA
• Waterloo Community School District, Waterloo, IA

Many Administrative Assistant program courses are also required in other business programs at Hawkeye allowing you to double major or transfer into another program.