Why the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification?

Starting off your administrative career with a leg up

There is an ever-evolving change in the workforce, especially in your typical office setting. From information technology (IT), creative design, business management, and now artificial intelligence (AI); brands and organizations are always looking for ways to be a step ahead. But with all the growth and chaos of any changing business, one thing remains constant and that is the need for administrative support.

Without any administrative support staff, the most talented team might find itself overworked and disorganized (Monster.com). Some critical skills that any administrative support staff include managing a team’s office calendars, recording meeting memorandums and notes, and sending out email communications to internal and external teams. That is where career development programs like ours at ChooseU, and certifications like a Microsoft Office Specialist certification will definitely be useful.

What is the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification?

The Microsoft Office Specialist certification is a credential that demonstrates your knowledge and skills in the Office applications including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access. You can get certified at three levels of expertise: Associate, Expert, and Master (Coursera.com).

Benefits of getting the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

Getting your Microsoft Office Specialist certification can potentially get you ahead during any entry-level administrative assistant interview process. There are other benefits of getting your certification include:

• Employers recognize efficiency through certifications: According to Pearson, 81% of candidates that go through a certification program produce higher quality of work for their employers (PearsonVue.com).
  

• Most Administrative Assistant (and equivalent ) job descriptions highlight that being proficient in Microsoft Office programs are a minimum requirement (Monster.com). A Microsoft Office Specialist Certification will help you exceed that minimum requirement.
  

• Specializing in Microsoft Office programs will help advance your technical skills. During our program, you will get the opportunity to learn, practice, and master the different training Office applications in an educational online setting. With this, it will help you take and pass the exam and succeed at the office.
  

Are you ready to start your career as an Administrative Assistant? Do you want to train and learn more about the Microsoft Office Specialist certification? Learn more about our Office Administration program and/or start your application!

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OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM