Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Ellsworth Community College prepares students for careers as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, marketing assistant, office manager, or sales assistant. The program focuses on performing the duties of administrative assistants, secretaries, and stenographers. Program courses include: business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures, public relations, secretarial accounting, filing systems and records management, and report preparation. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

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Ellsworth Community College

2000 University Ave, Dubuque, IA

Ellsworth Community College was founded in Iowa in 1890 as a private business academy. Over the years the school has seen many changes, including being coming a four years institution, music conservatory, and public junior college until it finally merged with the Iowa Valley Community College District.

ECC is the only Iowa Community College to rank in the top thirty by The Washington Monthly. The campus is situated along the Iowa River and is within walking distance of downtown Iowa Falls. The campus is scenic, a mix of historic and modern buildings and facilities surrounded by nature.

Academics

Ellsworth Community College offers career and transfer programs. Students choosing to transfer to a four year degree will pursue an associate's degree in the arts or sciences. Most of the programs at ECC are geared toward career educations. Students entering certificate or degree career programs will be prepared to work in their field of study once the program is completed.

Programs offered include:

• Medical Assistant
• Psychology
• Liberal Arts
• Pharmacy
• Graphic Arts

Ellsworth Community College also offers online programs for those who require flexible schedules.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Enrollment at Ellsworth Community college requires the completion and submission of the application form alongside all necessary transcripts and relevant test scores (GED, ACT, SAT, COMPASS…). Student seeking financial aid should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and visit the financial aid office regarding awards or eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Administrative Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ellsworth Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Description

Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $37590

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Description

Perform routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 780
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $29990

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).