Administrative Office Assistant

Program Description

This year-long business program equips high school students with high-tech skills for in-demand office support careers across every industry. You'll start by earning your Administrative Office Assistant certification, then transition to the second-semester Office Services Internship Program to apply your skills in a real-world business setting. Students gain a competitive edge by building professional business portfolios, earning industry-recognized certifications, gaining real work experience, and earning college credit—all before high school graduation!

During second semester the Community Classroom- Office Services & Support Staff internship connects students with real-world office experiences, helping them explore careers, refine business skills, and plan post-secondary education. It's a collaborative effort between schools and businesses to equip students with practical knowledge and guide their future career choices.

• Administrative Office Assistant Certificate of Completion
• AI Fundamentals Certificate
• Office Technology Certificate
• Document Processing Certificate
• Work Experience Certificate of Participation
• Job Ready Career Skills Certificate
• 21st Century Success Skills Certificate
• Customer Service Certificate
• Typing Certificate (NWPM)
• 10-Key Certificate (CSPM)

Administrative Office Assistant students should have average or better math and English skills and solid attendance. The program dress code is Business Casual/Business Professional and/or Specified Uniform, with fingernails no longer than 0.5 cm required for workplace safety. For students assigned to internships at educational institutions medical offices, proof of a current negative TB Skin Test and current Immunization record are also required.

Meets area “G” approval for UC and CSU admissions.

15 high school elective credits per semester

Bakersfield College (Articulation)

• BSAD B66A – Computer Keyboarding, Part 1
• BSAD B66B – Computer Keyboarding, Part 2
• BSAD B66C – Computer Keyboarding, Part 3
• BSAD B64 – Ten-Key Proficiency
• BSAD B5 – Human Relations and People Skills 
• BSAD B88 – Office Procedures
• BSAD B6 – Introduction to Microsoft 365 (enrichment)