Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Tabor 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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Tabor College (Tabor)

125 W. Cooper, Sterling, KS

Tabor College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Hillsboro, Kansas and operated as a private institution. The school's Mennonite Brethren Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. The school enrolls 700 students per year, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Philosophy And Religious Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Tabor. Scores between 19 to 25 on the ACT or 870 to 1030 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of acceptance. Approximately 90% of all applicant were accepted at Tabor College, with 38% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at tabor.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $3,200. Tabor College may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The mascot for Tabor is the "Bluejays", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.tabor.edu.

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).