Administrative Support (CERT2) is a Level 2 Certificate (CERT2) program (Hybrid) offered by Lone Star College in Houston, TX. The program takes 39 credit hours to complete, with a total tuition of $4,329.
Program Overview
- The Administrative Services program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and professionalism needed to be productive and value-added administrative office professionals for the current and future office environment. Students will gain skills in time management, human and customer relations, administrative and information management, written and oral communications, and office applications.
- Program Highlights
- The Administrative Services programs offers students the option to earn stackable credentials—Level One and Level Two certificates—while on the pathway to earning their AAS degree. These stackable credentials allow the novice student the opportunity to gain knowledge and hands-on experience while building their resume and pursuing their educational goals. All coursework may be completed online.
- Credentials and Careers
- The Business Operations Level 1 Certificate allows graduates to begin work as an administrative office professional.
- The Administrative Support Level 2 Certificate allows graduates to advance in their career to positions such as administrative assistant, office assistant, or receptionist.
- Graduates completing the Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Services can continue to grow in their career and pursue the role of an executive assistant.
- Transferability
- The degree will transfer in whole to some universities.
- General education courses (Core) are designated for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
- Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-North Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Schedule
- This award requires 39 credit hours in total; the course list below is the 18 credit hours specific to it.
- Lone Star College reports 816 contact hours for this award.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques by producing documents using business software.
- Create and edit documents such as letters, memos, and reports that are grammatically correct and are appropriately punctuated.
- Demonstrate basic math skills by calculating percentages, payroll, and discounts.
Program Notes
- Students who are classified as First Time in College (FTIC) will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Students who are not classified as First Time in College (FTIC) and have not yet demonstrated college-level readiness in reading and writing, will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Total Program Tuition
≈ $4,329
- Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 39 credit hours.
- Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($9,711.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($12,207.00).
- Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
- Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
- Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-North Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Ready to get started?
Apply to Administrative Support (CERT2) at LSC-North Harris.