Office Administration and Technology – Office Assistant Certificate

Program Details

Length: 6 months

Total Credits: 18.5

Intake Terms: Fall

Delivery Method: Online

Campus: Online

Credential: Certificate

Cost:

Approximate program cost

Student Loans:

This program is eligible for student loans

Credential Received

Certificate in Office Administration and Technology – Office Assistant

Overview

Program Summary

The Office Administration and Technology program will give students competency within, and a broad overview of the office environment. Office technology is utilized throughout the program to provide hands-on practical experience.

Additionally, upon completion of the Certificate, students can further complete a Bookkeeping Advanced Certificate.

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate standard administrative skills
Demonstrate workplace related collaborative skills
Explain the legal responsibilities of office personnel in providing a safe and healthy workplace environment
Demonstrate emerging employability skills
Outline the importance of ethical and professional behaviours and conduct themselves accordingly in an academic environment
Demonstrate basic numeracy skills
Apply entry level accounting principles/practices as required
Use technology and software applications to industry standards
Communicate professionally in various formats to a variety of stakeholders
Explain basic customer service theories and techniques

Program Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, applicants must meet the following Office Administration and Technology Program requirements:

Office Administration and Technology Certificate (Office Assistant and Bookkeeping Concentrations):

English Studies 11 with a minimum of 60% or higher, or equivalent
For international applicants, IELTS 6.0 overall band score with no band below 5.5, or equivalent on other internationally recognized English Language Proficiency Tests
Any Math 10 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 60%

NOTE: Students that do not meet all admission requirements may complete the College Readiness Tool (CRT) to confirm required math and English levels.

Additional Requirements

The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

An interview (in person or by telephone) with the program coordinator (or designate) may be required before entry to the program.

Where space permits, students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the course. Admission beyond this point will only be possible with the approval of the instructor(s) involved.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Before an applicant's file is considered to be complete, the following must have been received by the Admissions Department:

a) Completed application form.

b) The appropriate official transcripts.

2. Entry may be limited by admission requirements, space limitations and/or completion of preadmission assessment.

3. Part-time Study
Subject to space limitations, program admission requirements, and course prerequisites, all three programs accommodate part-time study.

Graduation and Promotion

To be promoted a student must achieve a minimum grade of 50% in every course.

The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

PROMOTION

1. To be promoted a student must achieve a minimum grade of "P" in every course.

2. Students must successfully complete the Office Administration & Technology Certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.67 to qualify for entrance to one of the Advanced Certificates.

3. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with instructors.

GRADUATION

Credentials:

Office Administration & Technology Certificate - Office Assistant

To be eligible for the Office Administration & Technology Certificate, students must complete all requirements of the certificate within 3 years of entering into the program.
A student who has completed the graduation requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.67 or better and no "B-" or lower grades in any subject will be designated as graduating with Honours.
The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

Program Courses

Required Courses

Code	Title	Credits	Total Hours
OTEC100	Online Learner Success	0.50	13
OTEC110	Keyboarding I	0.50	10
OTEC115	Administrative Computer Applications	1.50	45
OTEC120	Business Math and Calculators	1.00	30
OTEC130	Business English for Professionals	2.00	60
OTEC135	Business Communications	1.50	45
OTEC140	Administrative Procedures	1.50	45
OTEC150	Word Processing I	1.50	45
OTEC151	Word Processing II	1.50	45
OTEC153	Spreadsheets	1.50	45
OTEC160	Human Relations	1.00	30
OTEC161	Service Delivery	1.00	30
OTEC162	Employability Skills	1.50	45
OTEC170	Bookkeeping I	2.00	60

Additional Program Policies

Effective Term: Fall

Effective Year: 20240801

Advanced Standing:

For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. Students, who withdraw from their program, may apply to re-enter within one year of departure.

2. Priority for re-entry will be given as follows:

a) Students who interrupted their program for illness or compassionate reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

Assessment:

This Program uses the Standard Academic and Career Grading Table and Competency Based Grading Table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table: Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Assessments

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

d) Missed assignments and tests will receive a zero mark if not submitted. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course. If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

e) Individual course outlines may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

Attendance:

A. PARTICIPATION

1. Participation Responsibilities

a) Students are required to follow course schedules and participate in online class discussions on a regular basis. Punctual submissions of all of the scheduled learning activities are expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

c) Students planning an extended absence from the course must notify or make arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instruction or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and participation requirements.

Professional Requirements:

Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and/or on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to its start. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students for missed material.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other regulations:

APPEAL
See Policy 8400: Student Appeals

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative GPA less than 2.67, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation