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Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Office Administration certificate program spans one year and is available full-time on-campus in Prince Albert and Regina.
Alternatively, all courses can be completed through Continuing Education without needing to apply for admission or meet specific requirements. After successfully finishing all courses, students simply need to apply for graduation.
This program focuses on developing skills for business office environments, with a strong emphasis on computer applications. Hands-on projects enhance learning by providing real-world experience of office work demands and rewards.
At Saskatchewan Polytechnic, practical learning takes center stage, particularly with computer and software training. Students master essential office software, including word processing, accounting, and email systems. Simulated office scenarios provide valuable practice, covering everything from phone etiquette to meeting preparation, equipment maintenance, and supply management.
Career Opportunities
Administrative professionals are essential across all industries, giving graduates diverse employment options in sectors like government, education, healthcare, legal, engineering, and finance. Graduates may specialize in large organizations or handle varied tasks in smaller businesses. Starting positions range from administrative support roles to receptionists, bookkeepers, and customer service representatives.
Grade 12
International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Module: Overall minimum score of Band 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.0 in each component.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - An overall minimum score of 81 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT), with a minimum score of 19 in each of reading, listening, speaking and writing..
TOEFL - Paper-based: Minimum test score of 550 with a minimum TWE of 3.5 and a minimum TSE of 50.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST): Minimum score of 4.5 in each of listening and reading, a minimum score of 4.0 in speaking, and a minimum score of 4.0 in writing
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL CE and Online): Minimum score of 60 with a minimum score of 50 in each component. (CE and Online accepted).
University of Cambridge Assessment English C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Minimum grade of C1
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTEA) - A minimum score of 63 with minimum component scores of 50.
Duolingo English Test: A minimum overall score of 105 on the online Duolingo English Test as the equivalent to the minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5
International Baccalaureate (IB) English A1 or A2: Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma, including higher level English with a minimum grade of 4