Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
The aim of the Microsoft Office Specialist Programme is to provide learners who are skilled in the use of all the functionality available in the Microsoft Software Applications listed in this programme to industry standard.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Microsoft Word - Word and Word 2019
Microsoft Excel - Excel and Excel 2019
Microsoft PowerPoint - Powerpoint and Powerpoint 2019
Microsoft Outlook and Outlook 2019
Microsoft Word Expert - Word and Word 2019
Microsoft Excel Expert - Excel and Excel 2019
Microsoft Access Expert (Access and Access 2019)
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Further Research
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Career Progression
The successful completion of the Microsoft Office Specialist certification enables applicants to source employment as an Administrative Assistant, PA Secretary or other role within the office environment.