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Office Software Specialist Technical Certificate

Program Description

Students develop computer and office skills to prepare for jobs in today’s automated offices. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to operate a microcomputer and use word processing and spreadsheet software. The courses that make up this certificate can be applied toward the Office Management Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.

General Information

  • Developmental coursework may be required in addition to the courses required for this degree.

General Requirements

  • This degree requires successful completion of 27 credit hours.
  • A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.
  • Satisfaction of all financial obligations due to the college is required for graduation.

Residency Requirement

The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence at SAU Tech for associate degrees and technical certificates and half of the credit hours required for certificates of proficiency as well as complete all other graduation requirements.  Students who wish to pursue additional degrees must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours of difference between the degrees.

ACTS Course Numbers

The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and equitable treatment in the application of credits for admissions and degree requirements.

Degree Plan

Program Requirements

ENGL 1113Composition I

3

MATH 1063Mathematical Reasoning

3

MIS 1003Introduction to Computers

3

OS 2283Microsoft Word

3

BA 1103Personal Finance

3

CS 2223Electronic Spreadsheet

3

OS 1023College Keyboarding

3

OS 2233Office Procedures

3

OS 1143Speedbuilding

3

 

Total Credit Hours: 27