Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Nicolet Area Technical 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

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Nicolet Area Technical College

2777 Mission Rd, Nashotah, WI

About

Nicolet Area Technical College, located in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, was founded in 1967 to serve the counties of Oneida, Vila and Forest, as well as portions of Lincoln, Langlade, and Iron. The school serves approximately 2000 credit students annually. The school is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System, which is comprised of 16 colleges located throughout the state.

The college operates two campuses, with the second campus being located in Minocqua.  NATC is constantly reviewing and updating programs to ensure they meet current and future standards.

Academics

Students are able to choose between academic transfer and career training programs. Academic transfer is accomplished through the completion of a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion students will apply to four year institutions to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree.

Vocational programs allow students to pursue education and training in one of several high demand fields with the purpose of entering the workforce as a professional upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Computer
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Nicolet Area Technical College is an open enrollment institution that admits any individuals that meet the minimum requirements for enrollment, submit an application and pay all related fees. Students are asked to provide any previous transcripts and test scores and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration.

Participation in new student orientation and meeting with a counselor are encouraged by NATC. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need a determined by the information provided by students on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Administrative Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Nicolet Area Technical College offers an associate's degree program in administrative assistant.

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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $52620

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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $39410

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