Clerical Studies (C)

Certificate

Program Coordinator:     Nan Jones, LRC 212, Ext. 2465
Length:                                Two semesters (one year)

Purpose: With the increased development of business, industry, and government in Virginia, there is a great need for qualified personnel in the clerical area of office occupations. The clerical program is designed to train personnel for full-time employment upon completion of the course requirements. In addition, the curriculum furnishes the student the opportunity to elect to transfer into the AAS degree program if she/he so wishes.

Occupational Objectives: 
    Receptionist 
    Records Clerk 
    Typist 
    Office Clerk 
    Office Assistant

Admission Requirements: A student eligible for admission to the College can normally be considered for admission to Clerical Studies curriculum.

Program Requirements: The two-semester curriculum provides training in keyboarding, filing, word processing, and office record keeping or business electives. Proficiency in high school English and mathematics is required. Students who are not proficient in English and mathematics will be required to correct their deficiencies in developmental courses. In addition to this, the curriculum includes supportive courses as a preparation for entrance into the job market. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, the student will be awarded a Certificate in Clerical Studies.

Clerical Studies

Total Minimum Credits required for Certificate...............................32

Footnotes*

1. Students who pass the Keyboarding Exemption Test will be granted credit for this course. Testing date is published in the class schedule.

2. Transfer student should check the math requirements at respective four year schools of interest.

3. ACC 211 should be taken in place of AST136 if you intend to transfer.

Additional Information

1. Number of students completing program between July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012
2. Total tuition and fees are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
3. Total books and supplies are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
4. All students who completed between July 1, 2011 and June 30,2012 are included in this calculation. This job placement rate looks only at jobs that were in the field of study. This rate is based on program completers who were employed within 180 days of completion. Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) data were used to identify employed students. VEC data does not include federal employment, military employment or employers from other states.