Business Office Administration

This certificate program provides the necessary knowledge and skills to compete in today's business environment. The program is designed to provide extensive "hands-on" training with today's most popular software programs included in Microsoft Office programs. Basic office administration skills are also incorporated into the program including business communication, general office, customer service, human resources, and business law. Upon completion of all requirements the student will be awarded a Certificate.

Program Objectives: This program is designed to teach students the necessary skills in mastering Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Business specialty skills such as typing, business communications, general office, customer service, and human resources are of primary focus.

Graduates will be qualified for entry-level positions in a wide variety of business, technical, industrial, professional, and government positions that require these computer skills. Graduates will be qualified to seek employment in occupational titles or job descriptions that include: Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Administrative Manager, Administrative Specialist, Administrator, Director of Operations, Administrative Coordinator, Administrative Director, and Administrative Officer.

To enhance the success of its graduates and to ensure that only qualified applicants are accepted, InterCoast Colleges carefully considers each applicant's prior educational background, career interests, motivation and availability of time prior to acceptance. All applicants participate in an interview with an admissions representative and successfully complete all other admissions requirements before being accepted into the training program.

Offered Online Only. 720 Hours. 32 Weeks to Complete. Maximum Student/Teacher Ratio: Lecture 45:1, Lab 24:1. CIP Code: 52.0401. SOC Code: 43-4161. This program prepares graduates for the following occupation: Administrative Assistant.

Financial Aid

InterCoast Colleges is an eligible institution under the Pell Grant, SEOG, Direct Loans, Subsidized Stafford Loans, Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Additional Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, and Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) Programs. Students may also qualify for various alternative loan programs. For more information regarding eligibility for any of the programs, contact the InterCoast Financial Aid Office. Students will be asked to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and applications for all available loan programs, including alternative and institutional loans will be discussed. The student will be notified of his/her financial award.

InterCoast participates in various tuition assistance programs, including but not limited to Veteran's Educational Benefits (VA), WIOA, TRA, Vocational and State Rehabilitation, tribal programs, alternative loan programs, and employer-sponsored programs, and such programs must be approved by the providing agency. Financial Aid is also available through the Title IV Programs under the U.S. Department of Education for those who qualify. Per ACCET standard, students are not financially obligated for greater than a one-year period at any time.

InterCoast is approved for training Veterans utilizing Veteran Administration Education benefits. InterCoast Colleges complies with the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018 and will not assess or implement any late fees for covered individuals who are using Chapter 33 or Chapter 31 VA Educational Benefits.

The catalog states the same amount as tuition and total program charges.

Graduate Employment Assistance Services

InterCoast Colleges offers job placement assistance for all students upon graduation at no additional charge; however, no guarantee of job placement, level of anticipated income, or wage rate is made or implied by the institution or any of its employees or representatives. InterCoast employs a Career Services Coordinator to assist graduates in contacting companies in order to secure employment. The Career Services Coordinator acts as a liaison between students and the employment community. Employment assistance efforts require both the graduate and institution to work hand in hand in the efforts. The graduate is expected to work diligently to secure employment, utilizing the career development training, soft skills training, and technical skills training received.

Graduates are encouraged to begin their employment search activities during externship and/or clinical internship training or within the last six weeks of schooling if applicable. Many students obtain employment without the assistance of the Career Services staff; however, the institution is available to assist eligible graduates at any time. All graduates will be provided placement assistance unless they are not eligible and/or if the graduate has submitted a valid student waiver of placement assistance.

Interactive Distance Learning (Fully Online or Hybrid)

Of equal importance to the student's success is the availability of time to participate in online classes, and additional time to complete classroom projects or homework as assigned. The more time spent on preparation and studying, the better the opportunity for achieving success. Students are required to log in and participate in forums, submit assignments, and/or take quizzes in any given week. Additionally, students will spend a significant time offline reading and studying. The student must manage their time carefully in order to succeed.

Online and Hybrid students must have access to a computer or tablet and internet in order to effectively participate in courses. Cell phone apps may not facilitate all required participation and cannot be relied upon for completing assignments. In addition, prior computer experience, including word processing knowledge, is helpful for success. The online LIRN Library can also serve as an access site to the many referenceable resources to complete all assignments. All online courses are delivered on-demand with weekly participation requirements.

InterCoast conducts classes throughout the year. These classes consist of structured modules, courses, or sections of instruction. Some classes may be offered online and/or in a hybrid format. The institution's system of scheduling modules allows participants to commence training at the beginning of most modules or terms.