Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Pratt 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 Kansas colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

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Pratt Community College (Pitt State)

1701 S Broadway, Pittsburg, KS

Pratt Community College, located in Pratt, Kansas, has been serving residents in the area for over 72 years. The school offers a variety of programs for new students, returning adults, and individuals who wish to seek out single classes out of interest. The school also has on campus housing, and encourages on campus activities, clubs, and membership in one of the several athletic programs available. The school offers online courses as well as part of its mission to adapt to new technologies and provide students with the best educational opportunities possible.

Academics

Pratt Community College offers a number of academic and technical programs. Academic programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education and prepare them for transfer to a four year institution upon completion of the program. Technical and career courses provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter into the workforce immediately after graduation. Such programs will result in either an associate degree or certificate based on the program and area of study.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting and Business
• Automotive Technology
• Criminal Justice
• General Education
• Journalism and Communication

Admissions and Financial Aid

As a community college PCC follows an open enrollment policy allowing any student of age to enroll by completing the online application. Certain programs may have additional requirements, and availability in a particular program may be limited, thus it is recommended students register as early as possible. Financial aid is available through federal loans and grants, the application process for which may be started through the school's financial aid office.

Students Enrolled in the Administrative Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pitt State has offered the following program levels for students:

• 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

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

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