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Program Length:
Approximately 37 weeks (approximately 2 years on a part-time basis)
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Program Description:
To print a program information sheet, press HERE The Office Administration program trains students in a variety of computer applications and human relations skills designed to meet the needs of today’s office. Students in the program will learn keyboarding, word processing, database and spreadsheet skills; accounting practices; office procedures; and interpersonal and business communications. The Office Administration program is offered in the day or during the evening on a full time or part time basis.
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Program Delivery:
The Office Administration Program is offered at multiple locations by distance delivery and individual study.
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Admission Requirements:
- 60% in English 30-2 (English 33) or credit in English 30-1 (English 30) or equivalent score on academic skills appraisal and
- Credit in Applied Math 10 (Math 13) or Pure Math 10 (Math 10) or Math Prep 10 or 65% in Math 24
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equivalent score on academic skills appraisal or GED will be accepted providing the scale score on the GED exam is equivalent to the entrance requirements.
- Fluent in English
- Students without the academic requirements may enroll in individual courses as an unclassified student if given department approval. Unclassified students that successfully complete three designated courses can be accepted into the program.
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Application Process:
APPLICATION: Complete and submit the Northern Lakes College application form (available at all Northern Lakes College locations and on the college website).
TRANSCRIPTS: Provide an official high school and/or post-secondary transcript. This must be forwarded directly to Northern Lakes College, Admissions Services, from the granting institution (there may be a charge for this). If the high school attended is in Alberta, the College may be able to obtain marks directly from Alberta Learning. When transcripts are received at NLC, they are reviewed to determine if the academic requirements for admission to the program are met.
ACADEMIC SKILLS APPRAISAL: If transcripts are not available or do not show the academic requirements, applicants may complete the Academic Skills Appraisal for the English or Math (or both) requirement. The College uses the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). If testing is required, the applicant will be informed and arrangements made for writing the test. Although every effort will be made to set up the testing at a location and time most convenient for the applicant, it may be necessary to travel to a College campus for this.
ACCEPTANCE: Applicants who meet the academic requirements will be accepted and offered a space in the next available offering of the program. In some cases, the spaces at a specific location may be full and accepted applicants will be placed on a waitlist. These applicants will be accepted in the order of ‘first qualified, first served.” It may also be possible to transfer to another location if there is space. Applicants will receive a letter informing them of their acceptance status.
FUNDING: Applicants are encouraged to check on funding options early. Counsellors can assist with identifying funding options and applying for sponsorship of fees and living costs.
REGISTRATION: Before the start date of the program, accepted applicants will receive information about registration dates, times, locations and other information to assist them. Course planning and selection will be done with the instructor as part of orientation & registration activities. Fees will be determined based on courses selected at that time.
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Cost Estimates:
2010-2011 Fees:
Tuition (per credit) | ALL FEES ARE UNDER REVIEW
$ 115.00 | | Learning Resource Fee per credit (books/materials) | $ 45.00 | | TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS - per credit: |
$1760.00 (based on 11 credits ) | | Supplies - estimate - not paid to NLC | $ 100.00 |
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Locations:
Any Northern Lakes College campus
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Offering Dates:
Term 1: September 7, 2010 - December 17, 2010
Term 2: January 4, 2011 - April 21, 2011
Term 3: May 2, 2011 - June 17, 2011
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Transferability:
Block transfer agreements are established with Grande Prairie Regional College, Keyano College directly into year two of a diploma program. Students may also apply for course by course transfer to many educational institutions within Alberta.
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Employment Opportunities:
Graduates of the program are employed in small businesses, educational institutions, health complexes, government offices and large industries.
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