Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Rich Mountain 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 Arkansas colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

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Rich Mountain Community College (UAHT)

2500 S Main, Hope, AR

About
Rich Mountain Community College, located in Mena, Arkansas, was founded 1973 and was originally known as RIch Mountain Vocational-Technical School. The school began operations in 1975 with an initial enrollment of 250 students. The school was merged with Henderson State University's off campus program, forming Rich Mountain Community College. The school became part of the Polk County Community College District and became fully accredited in 1996, and again in 2005.

Academics
As a comprehensive community college, RMCC offers a variety of programs that allow students to pursue their goals. Academic transfer programs allow for the completion of the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide students the opportunity to obtain an education in a given field or industry, eventually allowing for entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in an associate degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Information Systems Technology
• Practical Nursing
• Welding
• Computer Forensics

Admissions and Financial Aid
Rich Mountain Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows entry for any individual that meets the minimum requirements for admission. Students should also supply transcripts and test scores, and may be asked to complete a placement exam prior to registration. Participation in orientation and a meeting with a counselor is encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and awarded based on need as determined by the information provided within the Free Application of the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Administrative Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UAHT offers a less than two-year award 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

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).