Administrative Professional
Why choose Administrative Professional?
- Are you a good communicator? Learn to be a great one who is able to adapt to different personalities and work styles of managers, executives, and coworkers you assist or work with.
- Develop the skills needed to become the office wizard who drives the team forward and uses high-tech tools to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Administrative professionals are the second-highest in demand, according to job openings posted on Wisconsin TechConnect.
- Interested in earning a bachelor's degree? For transfer opportunities, visit mstc.edu/transfer.
Program Locations
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street
Adams, WI 53910
Marshfield Campus
2600 West 5th Street
Marshfield, WI 54449
Stevens Point Campus
1001 Centerpoint Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
500 32nd Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin 54494
Length of Program: Two Years
Credits: 62-63
Start Dates: Fall and Spring
Start at any time or location by taking general education courses.
What You'll Learn
Graduates of Mid-State’s Administrative Professional program are known for being adaptable and well prepared for today’s workforce. Students learn to prepare correspondence and work with customers, supervise the work of other clerical staff, prepare research reports, handle private or confidential records, and more.
The program emphasizes fundamental knowledge of software applications, customer service skills, and the expert operation of a variety of office technology and equipment. You’ll experience hands-on learning through the organization of high-profile events.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2019/2020 academic calendar year.
- Tuition & Fees: $9,139.78
- Books: $2,584.01
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $500.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $12,223.79
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is eligible for full Financial Aid.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10103106 | Microsoft Office-Introduction | 3.00 | |
| 10102101 | Intro to Business | 3.00 | |
| 10106157 | Document Formatting | 3.00 | |
| 10106160 | Proofreading & Editing | 3.00 | |
| 10801136 | English Composition 1 | 3.00 | |
|
10804107 | College Mathematics | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10804189 | Introductory Statistics | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10804118 | Intermediate Algebra with Applications | 4.00 |
| (18-19 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10103114 | Word-Intermediate | 1.00 | |
| 10103124 | Excel-Intermediate | 1.00 | |
| 10103134 | Access-Intermediate | 1.00 | |
| 10106140 | Business Information Management | 3.00 | |
| 10106150 | Administrative Office Procedures | 3.00 | |
|
10801198 | Speech | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10801196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication | 3.00 |
| 10106172 | Digital Communication Technology | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
10106106 | Quality Customer Service | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10102120 | Customer Service Management | 3.00 |
| 10106180 | Advanced Software Applications | 3.00 | |
| 10999999 | Elective | 3.00 | |
|
10809196 | Intro to Sociology | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10809122 | Intro to American Government | 3.00 |
| 10106162 | Graphics & Print Media | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10104107 | Social Media Marketing | 3.00 | |
|
10809198 | Intro to Psychology | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10809188 | Developmental Psychology | 3.00 |
|
10801199 | Employment Strategies | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10102130 | Career Development | 3.00 |
| 10809172 | Introduction to Diversity Studies | 3.00 | |
| 10106135 | Supervised Field Experience | 2.00 | |
| (14 Credits) |
| (62-63 Credits) |
Instructors
SHARON BEHRENS, AAS, BA, MBA, MEd
Sharon earned an MEd from National-Louis University and an MBA from Walden University. She has many years of office experience to share and a passion for technology. She keeps her skills current as an active member of the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). Sharon also attends conferences and authors and edits software textbooks and other instructional materials for leading publishing companies.
“I enjoy getting to know my students and find it invigorating to see their skills and confidence evolve through the many hands-on opportunities available.”
Careers
- Administrative Professional
- Administrative Specialist
- Executive Assistant
- Legal Secretary
- Medical Administrative Professional
- Office Coordinator
- Research Assistant
- Secretary
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"Since graduating, I have had two jobs—one of which I was offered the day after graduation, and both in the field I chose. I love what I do."
ASHLEE WROBLEWSKI
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Transfer • Dual Credit • Credit for Prior Learning
