Business Office Technology: Word Processing
Certificate
(30 semester hours minimum)
A certificate program that provides basic preparation in word processing skills for immediate employment or position upgrading. Credits from this program may be applied to the requirements for an associate in science degree in any Business Office Technology program.
Learners who complete the Business Office Technology: Word Processing certificate will:
- Communicate effectively
- Maintain office records
- Demonstrate appropriate skills in word processing and computer spreadsheets
- Transcribe documents
- Maintain department schedules
- Demonstrate keyboarding speed and accuracy
- Understand the basic structure of business organizations
For more information contact Anita Sherman, Program Coordinator.
Program Requirements
(See also General Requirements)
| Required | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BOT* 111 | Keyboarding for Information Processing I1 | 3 |
| BOT* 112 | Keyboarding for Information Processing II1 | 3 |
| BOT* 240 | Machine Transcription | 3 |
| BOT* 251 | Administrative Procedures | 3 |
| BOT* 137 | Word Processing Applications | 3 |
| BOT* 219 | Integrated Office | 3 |
| BBG* 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| COM 101 | Introduction to Speech Communication | |
| or COM 125 | Business & Professional Communication | 3 |
| CSA* 135 | Spreadsheet Applications | 3 |
| ENG* 101 | Composition | 3 |
Note: Because of course sequencing, it may take more than one year to complete this program.
- Students having some secretarial skills may earn credits for these courses by passing examinations.