Admission Requirements

Prior to acceptance applicants must meet at least one of the following language proficiency requirements:

• Proof of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• 19 years of age or older (all applicants).
• Evidence of Language Proficiency Requirements (one of the following):
• Evidence that 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8–12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages. This may include successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program. Applicants must provide transcripts showing completion of Grade 12 English with a minimum “C” grade.
  OR
• Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction (in a country where English is one of the principal languages).
  OR
• Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher.
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: overall score of 40 or higher
• Duolingo English Test: overall score of 95 or higher
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT: overall score of 46 higher
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: overall score of 43 or higher

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program, graduates can work in the occupations listed below:

• Administrative Assistant
• Administrative Services Coordinator
• Executive Secretary
• Office Administrator
• Office Services Coordinator

Learning Outcomes

The Office Administration Diploma program prepares graduates for positions working in professional offices. Students will have an understanding of office technology, customer service, administrative practices, accounting, communications and ethics. They will be able to be employed by commercial and industrial establishments, government departments, or consulting businesses.

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed through written tests, computer-based tasks and assignments. After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to the tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course. Students will be required to complete 80hrs of work experience. To qualify for work experience, students are required to maintain a minimum C grade average or higher and a minimum attendance of 85%.

Attendance Expectations

85% of classes must be attended to achieve competency for this qualification

Graduation Requirement

Minimum C grade average is required for graduation.

Office Administration Fee