PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Administrative assistants keep offices running efficiently. Their daily tasks may include:
- Taking phone calls
- Preparing memos
- Maintaining databases
- Scheduling meetings
Our program teaches you basic business operations and helps you improve your use of business software. Use your skills for a current role or find work immediately after graduation. If you are planning a four-year degree, contact the school you plan to transfer to. Credits will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis.
Program Contact
J.C. Walker
Business, Accounting and Economics Department Chair
417-447-8817
Accreditations and Outcomes
Accreditation
OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.
Program Outcomes
Admissions Information
Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.
Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.
COSTS & OPTIONS
CREDENTIAL TYPE |
PROGRAM |
FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO: |
LENGTH OF PROGRAM |
COST* |
---|---|---|---|---|
Certificate of Achievement |
Administrative Assistant |
|
30 credit hours |
$5,370.00* |
Short-Term Training |
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Clicking on the options below will provide overview information, course sequences (when applicable), and specific course descriptions. To see a full catalog of all the offerings at OTC, visit catalog.otc.edu.
Administrative Assistant - Certificate*
Administrative Assistant - Certificate*
Program Description
Certificate: 30 Hours
The curriculum for the Administrative Assistant certificate is designed to provide a general background in business and improve skills in current procedures and technology used in the business environment.
Administrative Assistant Certificate Requirements
- BUS-101 Microcomputer Keyboarding
- BUS-110 Principles of Business
- BUS-112 Document Processing
- BUS-140 Business Communications
- BUS-155 Customer Service
- BUS-165 Administrative Procedures
- BUS-185 Professional Readiness
- CIS-101 Technology & Digital Literacy
- CIS-201 Computer Apps for Business
- ENG-100 Composition I With Support
or
- ENG-101 Composition I
- Mathematics Elective (MTH 105 or higher) Credits: 3
- ENG-100 Composition I With Support
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*Notices and Disclaimers
*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.
**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.