Administrative Professional Technology

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Administrative Professional Technology

A.A.S. / Certificate / A.A.S. / Certificate

Expected Hours for A.A.S. Degree

63

Expected Hours for Certificate

24

Expected Hours for A.A.S. Degree

63

Expected Hours for Certificate

24

What is Business Office Concentration: Administrative Professional Technology A.A.S.?

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Office Concentration: Administrative Professional Technology, A.A.S. prepares individuals for employment in today’s dynamic workplace environment. Graduates will be equipped to adapt to the continual change that evolving technology demands.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to do the following:

  1. Demonstrate skill development in software applications.
  2. Perform electronic and routine office procedures.
  3. Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.
  4. Explain proper management protocol for office files.
  5. Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.
  6. Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Accreditation Information

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.

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ACBSP Accredited

Business Department Mission Statement:

The business department empowers future leaders through exceptional business education, with a focus on fostering innovation, ethics, and leaderships skills. Our mission includes a commitment to continuous assessment, ensuring students acquire the knowledge and skills needed for success.

Program Results:

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

ADMN 1305*

Business English

3

ADMN 1309*

Records Management

3

GEN 1010

First Year Seminar

3

ADMN 1302*

or

BUSN 1302

Keyboarding/Formatting I

or

Keyboarding with Word Processing

3

ENGL 1010

English Composition I

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • FINANCIAL ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

ADMN 1308*

Office Procedures

3

INFS  1010 Computer Applications 3

ADMN 1322

Presentation Applications

3

ADMN 1311

Word Processing I

3

ADMN 1312*

Keyboarding/Formatting II

3

MATH 1530

Introductory Statistics

3


Spring Semester Milestones

    • Successful completion of ADMN 1302/BUSN 1302 required for progression to ADMN 1312.
    • Successful completion of learning support required or two years of high school algebra for MATH 1530
    • FINANCIAL AID ALERT-If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA is prior to December 1st.
    • Work with your advisor to discuss fall registration. Remember, advising is key to success!
    • Cooperative Education and Service-Learning Experience are great ways to gain hands-on experience in your career field and make sure your selected career is a good fit for you. These experiences are also great to share in future job interviews and resumes.  Email coopeducation@clevelandstatecc.edu for more information. 

Fall Semester

ADMN 1313 Spreadsheet Applications

3

ADMN 2322

Introduction to Basic Law

3

COMM 2025

Fundamentals of Communication

3

ECON 2100

or

ECON 2200

Principles of Macroeconomics

or

Principles of Microeconomics

3

PHIL 1040 

Introduction to Ethics

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • FINANCIAL ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!
  • Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu.

Spring Semester

ADMN 1304*

Transcription/Editing

3

ADMN 1310

Business Communications

3

ADMN 2375

Career Development and Planning

3

ADMN 2395

APT Internship

3

ADMN 2330

or

CITC 1303

Database Applications

or

Database Concepts

3

Subtotal

63


Spring Semester Milestones

  • Keyboard speed of 35 wpm or permission of instructor required to enroll for ADMN 1304.
  • Apply to graduate through Enrollment Services at U117.
  • Complete program test and exit exam in the Student Services Center. Call ext. 217 to schedule or visit the offices at U118.
  • Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu.

What is Business Office Certificate?

The Business Office Option: Administrative Professional Technology Technical Certificate is intended to prepare students for employment in a variety of business office settings and positions.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to do the following:

  1. Demonstrate skill development in software applications.
  2. Perform electronic and routine office procedures.
  3. Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.
  4. Explain proper management protocol for office files.
  5. Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.
  6. Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.

ACBSP Accredited

Business Department Mission Statement:

The business department empowers future leaders through exceptional business education, with a focus on fostering innovation, ethics, and leaderships skills. Our mission includes a commitment to continuous assessment, ensuring students acquire the knowledge and skills needed for success.

Program Results:

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

ADMN 1305

Business English

3

ADMN 1309

Records Management

3

INFS 1010

Computer Applications

3

ADMN 1302

or

BUSN 1302

Keyboarding/Formatting I

or

Keyboarding with Word Processing

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • FINANCIAL ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

ADMN 1308

Office Procedures

3

ADMN 1311

Word Processing I

3

ADMN 1312

Keyboarding/Formatting II

3

ADMN 1304

Transcription/Editing

3

Total

24


Spring Semester Milestones

  • Successful completion of ADMN 1302/BUSN 1302 required for progression to ADMN 1312.
  • Keyboard speed of 35 wpm or permission of instructor required to enroll for ADMN 1304.
  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT-If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA is after January 1st. The deadline is July 25th. The first two weeks of the semester is ideal to check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Consider continuing on to complete your Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Professional Technology, Business Office Option.  Courses taken for your certificate will apply to the AAS degree. Work with your advisor to discuss fall registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

What is Legal Office Concentration: Administrative Professional Technology A.A.S.?

The Associate of Applied Science degree Legal Office Concentration: Administrative Professional Technology A.A.S. prepares individuals for employment in today’s dynamic workplace environment. Graduates will be equipped to adapt to the continual change that evolving technology demands.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to do the following:

  1. Demonstrate skill development in software applications.
  2. Perform electronic and routine office procedures.
  3. Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.
  4. Explain proper management protocol for office files.
  5. Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.
  6. Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.

ACBSP Accredited

Business Department Mission Statement:

The business department empowers future leaders through exceptional business education, with a focus on fostering innovation, ethics, and leaderships skills. Our mission includes a commitment to continuous assessment, ensuring students acquire the knowledge and skills needed for success.

Program Results:

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

ADMN 1305*

Business English

3

ADMN 1309*

Records Management

3

GEN 1010

First Year Seminar

3

ADMN 1302*

or

BUSN 1302

Keyboarding/Formatting I

or

Keyboarding with Word Processing

3

ADMN 2322*

Introduction to Basic Law

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • FINANCIAL ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration when contacted. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

ADMN 1308*

Office Procedures

3

ADMN 1311

Word Processing I

3

ADMN 2306*

Legal Terminology & Transcription

3

ENGL 1010

English Composition I

3

ADMN 1312*

Keyboarding/Formatting II

3

INFS 1010

Computer Applications

3


Spring Semester Milestones

  • Successful completion of learning support required or two years of high school algebra for MATH 1530
  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT-If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA is after January 1st. The deadline is July 25th. The first two weeks of the semester is ideal to check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss fall registration when contacted. Remember, advising is key to success!
  • Cooperative Education and Service-Learning Experience are great ways to gain hands-on experience in your career field and make sure your selected career is a good fit for you.  These experiences are also great to share in future job interviews and resumes.  Email coopeducaton @clevelandstatecc.edu for more information. 

Fall Semester

ADMN 1313

Spreadsheet Applications

3

COMM 2025

Fundamentals of Communication

3

LEGL 1306

Law Practice Management

3

MATH 1530 Introductory Statistics

3

PHIL 1040

Introduction to Ethics

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • Successful completion of learning support required for COMM 2025.
  • Upon completion of INFS 1010, you have completed all courses required to earn a certificate in Administrative Professional Technology: Legal Office Option.  See Enrollment Services Office to apply for your certificate.
  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration when contacted. Remember, advising is key to success!
  • Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu.

Spring Semester

BUSN 2370

Legal Environment of Business

3

ADMN 1310

Business Communications

3

ADMN 2375

Career Development and Planning

3

ADMN 2395

APT Internship

3

ECON 2100

or

ECON 2200

Principles of Macroeconomics

or

Principles of Microeconomics

3

Subtotal

63


Spring Semester Milestones

  • Apply to graduate through Enrollment Services at U117.
  • Complete program test and exit exam in the student services center. Call ext. 217 to schedule or visit the offices at U118.
  • Consider enrolling in summer courses to catch-up or get ahead.
  • Schedule to take your exit exam by going to mycs.cc/testing.
  • Congratulations! After you complete this semester’s courses and maintain a 2.0, you will be a Cleveland State graduate.
  • Visit the Counseling & Career Services Office for assistance with job search skills and placement.
  • Be sure to report your completed, approved Service-Learning hours at http://srvc.tbr.edu/ to be eligible for a Service-Learning Student Recognition Award at graduation. Need assistance? Email service_learning@clevelandstatecc.edu.

What is Legal Office Certificate?

The Legal Office Option: Administrative Professional Technology Technical Certificate is intended to prepare students for employment in a legal environment.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to do the following:

  1. Demonstrate skill development in software applications.
  2. Perform electronic and routine office procedures.
  3. Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.
  4. Explain proper management protocol for office files.
  5. Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.
  6. Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.

ACBSP Accredited

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

ADMN 1305

Business English

3

ADMN 1309

Records Management

3

ADMN 2322

Introduction to Basic Law

3

ADMN 1302

or

BUSN 1302

Keyboarding/Formatting I

or

Keyboarding with Word Processing

3


Fall Semester Milestones

  • FINANCIAL ALERT-Check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Work with your advisor to discuss spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

ADMN 1308

Office Procedures

3

ADMN 2306

Legal Terminology & Transcription

3

ADMN 1312

Keyboarding/Formatting II

3

INFS 1010

Computer Applications

3

Total

24


Spring Semester Milestones

  • Successful completion of ADMN 1302/BUSN 1302 required for progression to ADMN 1312.
  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT-If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA is after January 1st. The deadline is July 25th. The first two weeks of the semester is ideal to check on fees and other expenses for the college to ensure you are in good standing. Please see your financial aid counselor and the business office.
  • Consider continuing on to complete your Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Professional Technology, Legal Office Option.  Courses taken for your certificate will apply to the AAS degree. Work with your advisor to discuss fall registration. Remember, advising is key to success!
  • Consider enrolling in summer courses to catch-up or get ahead.
  • Schedule to take your exit exam by going to mycs.cc/testing.
  • Congratulations! After you complete this semester’s courses and maintain a 2.0, you will be a Cleveland State graduate.
  • Visit the Counseling & Career Services Office for assistance with job search skills and placement.
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