The BSBSS00120 - Administrative Assistant Skill Set provides the skills and knowledge required to maintain daily financial records, maintain resources and equipment, manage appointments and diaries for personnel within an organisation, determine purchasing requirements and make and receive purchases. This course is suitable for those seeking to be or currently employed in a range of work environments in an administrative role, providing as part of their role administrative support to both teams and other individuals in an organisation.
The BSBSS00120 - Administrative Assistant Skill Set course comprises of core units of competency covering disciplines including:
- Maintaining financial records
- Maintaining business resources
- Organising schedules
- Purchasing goods and services
This course can be completed as part of the Administration and Human Resources Short Course.
Mentor Education’s BSBSS00120 - Administrative Assistant Skill Set is a nationally recognised qualification, complying with the AQF standard and ASQA standards for Registered Training Organisations.
Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded the BSBSS00120 - Administrative Assistant Skill Set.
The Units from this skill set may contribute to credit towards a BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Business Administration).
Skill Set Entry Requirements
This is an open entry course with no pre-requisite qualifications.
We also recommend that students undertaking this course:
- Are over 18 years of age at the time of commencement
- Have successfully completed a year 12 certificate or equivalent
- Have a strong grasp of computer/technical skills
- Microsoft Office (or freeware equivalent) installed on their computer
- Access to a reliable high-quality internet connection
- Adequate literacy/numeracy skills
Course Duration
Students will be required to undertake 4 core units. Course units are delivered sequentially and should be completed over a 12-week period.
Skillset Outline
Core units
- Maintain financial records
- Maintain business resources
- Organise schedules
- Purchase goods and services
Download a brochure for detailed course unit information.
Course Delivery
100% online learning.
Assessment
Assessments will vary amongst individual units and may include:
- Short Answer Questions
- Long Answer Questions
- Multiple Choice Questions
- Case Study and Scenario’s
- Projects
- Presentations
- Research Tasks
- Set reading (textbook/workbook)
- Instructed research
- Self-directed research
- Forums
Online Learning Experience
Support
Throughout their study time with Mentor Education, each student is supported by a fully resourced student support team trained in managing the needs of todays students.
Whilst completing their qualification, students are entitled to unlimited e-mail and phone support by our experienced student support team between Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, so they are never left to feel ‘lost’ or stuck during their studies.
Learning MaterialsMentor Education has developed this qualification with student needs central to its structure.
TThe learning materials offered in this course are designed to give students exposure to what they would actually do in the workplace and includes textbooks, learner guides, study guides, PowerPoint presentations and live online classroom-based tutorials - all included in the initial enrolment fee with no more to pay.
Flexibility and DeliveryIn addition to the accessible and easy to understand self-directed learning materials, the course gives students additional options on how to best engage with their study commitments.
Upfront payment
Full upfront course fee payments can be made for this course, with regular special discount offers available for upfront payments.
Payment Plans
Payment plans are not available for this course.
Flexible Delivery Options: Nationwide
Mentor specialises in providing professional education and training services to you anywhere, any-time. We appreciate that learning needs differ for each individual and organisation, which is why we allow you to select the approach that works best for you.
Your Study Options:
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