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  • Learn hands-on with comprehensive coursework and training in state-of-the-art computer labs to gain the skills you’ll need in your future career.
  • Build the professional skills you need through coursework that includes keyboarding, office technologies, spreadsheets and an internship.
  • Earn your diploma on your schedule by taking advantage of our flexible course schedule.
  • Further your career by applying your Office Assistant technical diploma credits to the Administrative Professional associate degree program. 
Program Credits
32
LOCATION
Online
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees: $5,446
Books and Supplies: $2,476
Start Dates
Fall
Salary Outlook
$38,126
Career Opportunities:
Customer Service Representative, HR Assistant, Information Clerk

Office Assistant Career Pathway

Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.

There are many opportunities, both in high school and through previous college, work, and/or military experience, to earn credit for prior learning at Gateway.

Certificates include a streamlined set of courses in a specific program area, providing a set of industry-recognized skills preparing students for entry-level employment. Certificate opportunities in this pathway include:

Receptionist, Business Professional Essentials

Technical diplomas help students learn hands-on occupational skills in as little as one or two years for full-time students. Technical diploma opportunities in this pathway include:

Office Assistant

Associate degrees are typically completed in two years by full-time students and combine hands-on technical skills with general education. Associate degree opportunities in this pathway include:

Administrative Professional

Prepare to enter your exciting new career, or choose to continue your education with another Gateway program or by transferring your credits to a four-year college or university.