Office Administration Certificate
The 22-week Office Administration certificate is delivered totally online and can be taken full-time or part-time. You will be introduced to a mix of computer, bookkeeping and business communication skills as you work your way through a variety of modules.
Our program has intakes the first Monday of each month as long as there is space available.
All OFAD courses are taught in an individualized format with set hours for course completion from September to early June. Students learn through instructor-guided individual study in online courses.
This program has been structured for students who are seeking an Office Administration certificate with the option to complete one or two specialty certificates. OFAD students usually have a strong desire to work in various business offices such as accounting firms, government offices, small and large businesses, manufacturing, legal offices, and numerous professional offices.
Students who complete the Office Administration certificate and/or its specialties are able to transfer their courses and certificates to Office Administration and Applied Business Technology programs in British Columbia.
Just need to improve your keyboarding or brush up your bookkeeping skills? You can choose to take only one or two courses or complete the entire 22-week certificate. Once you have completed your Office Administration certificate, you can choose to go on to complete an Administrative Assistant Specialty certificate or a Bookkeeping Specialty certificate as well.
All OFAD courses are delivered online, so students are required to have dependable access to the internet, and a PC computer with Windows 10 and MS Office 2019 or 365 (not an Apple or Mac). You will have access to free MS Office 365 licensed software for as long as you are a College student.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Employment Services is here to help you succeed at work during your time at College of the Rockies and beyond. We offer workshops and programs, an annual Career Fair, and in-person support. You’ll also find many online resources to help you navigate your career.
We serve all College of the Rockies students and alumni—you can continue to use Employment Services long after you graduate!
Job and Career Opportunities
Looking for work? Employers are looking for you too! See employment opportunities online on the College of the Rockies’ Experience Portal. Volunteer opportunities with local community groups are also posted there.
Students and Alumni
Create your own custom job searches
House your résumé and cover letters
View the College’s Event Calendar
Employers and Community Groups
Create your profile and post jobs
Manage and book interviews
View applicant packages
PSW Opportunity
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
TOEFL iBT – TOEFL Internet-based test
Overall 80 with minimum 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking
IELTS Academic – International English language testing system
Direct entry academic program requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0
Conditional admit requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
English Language Program pathway: Less than 6.0 overall
CAEL-CE – Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test
Computer Edition (CE) score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
PTE Academic – Academic overall 56
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 04 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
9073 CAD
Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
Application Fee: 100 CAD
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