Program Overview
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Is Virtual Assisting for You?
- Are you a self-starter?
- Do you enjoy helping people?
- Are you confident about your abilities?
- Are you trustworthy and honest?
- Are you willing to take risks?
- Can you accept challenges?
- Are you creative?
- Can you adapt to rapid change?
- Can you stay focused without being easily distracted?
- Can you set goals and follow them to completion?
- Can you handle multiple tasks at one time?
If you can answer “yes” to most of these questions, have solid skills, and lots of motivation, you are indeed virtual assistant material.
Become a Virtual Assistant in Two Terms: Online and In-Person Classes
In PCC’s Computer Applications and Office Systems (CAS/OS) program the Virtual Assistant Certificate is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to develop and successfully operate a virtual office that provides administrative support and technical services for the rapidly changing global business environment. The certificate is intended to be an extended career opportunity for those who have extensive work experience in their field of expertise.
The courses required to earn the virtual assistant certificate can be completed in two terms, and all of them may be taken online, although traditional in-person classes are available for most. Please refer to the Virtual Assistant Advising Guide for Certificate Requirements.
Professional Organizations
Students in the program will be affiliated with professional virtual assistant organizations such as: