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A PA or secretary is an important component of building a productive and well-synchronised office. Therefore, companies highly value skilled secretaries and PAs. Grab the chance to develop your skills and abilities in this area with the Secretary & PA Diploma course. This ultimate course is designed to equip you with the right skills and a smooth learning experience.
In this Secretary & PA Diploma online training, you will receive a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a PA. In this course, you will get introduced to the skills you need to become a proficient PA. From the informative modules, you will be able to develop your expertise in delivering excellent admin support. In addition, the course will include detailed lessons on meeting management, organisation skills, time management techniques and much more. Here, you will also get the opportunity to enhance your expertise in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
This course will allow you to develop your skills and elevate your resume. When you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of achievement. This certificate will boost your employability, so join now!
After the course, you will learn
Develop the adequate skills required to become a personal assistant
Learn how to provide quality admin support in the office
Explore the vital areas of administrative management tasks
Improve your business writing, meeting management, and time management skills
Build your expertise in MS Excel and PowerPoint
Why Choose Secretary & PA Diploma?
Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by CPD after completing this Secretarial & PA Diploma
Student ID card with amazing discounts - completely for FREE! (£10 postal charges will be applicable for international delivery)
Globally accepted standard structured lesson planning
Innovative and engaging content and activities
Assessments that measure higher-level thinking and skills
Complete the Secretarial & PA Diploma program in your own time, at your own pace
Each of our students gets full 24/7 tutor support
Experts created the course to provide a rich and in-depth training experience for all students who enrol in it. Enrol in the course right now and you'll have immediate access to all of the course materials. Then, from any internet-enabled device, access the course materials and learn when it's convenient for you.
Start your learning journey straight away with this Secretary & PA Diploma and take a step toward a brighter future!
*** Course Curriculum ***
Here are the topics you will cover on the Secretary & PA Diploma:
Module 1:
Personal Assistant
Working with Your Manager
Administrative Soft Skills
Effective Time Management
Meeting Management
Tools of the Trade
and more!
Module 2:
Admin Support
Getting Organised
Managing Time
Getting It All Done On Time
Special Tasks
Verbal Communication Skills
and more!
Module 3:
Administrative Management
Why Your Office Needs Administrative Procedures
Gathering the Right Tools
Identifying Procedures to Include
Top Five Procedures to Record
What to Include in Your Binder
Organising Your Binder
What Not to Include in the Procedure Guide
Share Office Procedure Guide
Successfully Executing the Guide
Module 4:
Organisational Skills
Remove the Clutter
Prioritise
Scheduling Your Time
To-Do Lists
Paper and Paperless Storage
Organisation in Your Work Area
Tools to Fight Procrastination
and more!
Module 5:
Telephone Etiquette
Aspects of Phone Etiquette
Using Proper Phone Language
Eliminate Phone Distractions
Inbound Calls
Outbound Calls
Handling Rude or Angry Callers
Handling Interoffice Calls
Methods of Training Employees
Correcting Poor Telephone Etiquette
Module 6:
Business Writing
Working with Words
Constructing Sentences
Creating Paragraphs
Writing Meeting Agendas
Writing E-mails
Writing Business Letters
Proofreading and Finishing
and more!
Module 7:
Time Management
Setting SMART Goals
Prioritizing Your Time
Planning Wisely
Tackling Procrastination
Crisis Management
Organising Your Workspace
Delegating Made Easy
Setting a Ritual
Meeting Management
Alternatives to Meetings
Module 8:
Body Language and Effective Communication
Communicating with Body Language
Reading Body Language
Body Language Mistakes
Gender Differences
Nonverbal Communication
Facial Expressions
Body Language in Business
Lying and Body Language
Improve Your Body Language
Matching Your Words to Your Movement
Module 9:
Meeting Management
Planning and Preparing
Setting up the Meeting Space
Electronic Options
Meeting Roles and Responsibilities
Chairing a Meeting
Dealing with Disruptions
Taking Minutes
Making the Most of Your Meeting
Module 10:
Excel Basics
Navigate the Excel User Interface
Use Excel Commands
Create and Save a Basic Workbook
Enter Cell Data
Use Excel Help
Create Worksheet Formulas
Insert Functions
Reuse Formulas and Functions
Insert, Delete, and Adjust Cells, Columns, and Rows
Search for and Replace Data
Use Proofing and Research Tools
Apply Text Formats
Apply Number Format
Align Cell Contents
Apply Styles and Themes
Apply Basic Conditional Formatting
Create and Use Templates
Preview and Print a Workbook
Set Up the Page Layout
Configure Headers and Footers
Manage Worksheets
Manage Workbook and Worksheet Views
Manage Workbook Properties
Module 11:
PowerPoint Basic
Customize the User Interface
Set PowerPoint 2016 Options
Modify Slide Masters and Slide Layouts
Add Headers and Footers
Modify the Notes Master and the Handout Master
Create SmartArt
Modify SmartArt
Write Math Equations
Add Audio to a Presentation
Add Video to a Presentation
Customize Animations and Transitions
Review a Presentation
Store and Share Presentations on the Web
Annotate a Presentation
Set Up a Slide Show
Create a Custom Slide Show
Add Hyperlinks and Action Buttons
Record a Presentation
Secure a Presentation
Broadcast a Slide Show
Create a Video or a CD
Assessment Process
Once you have completed all the Secretarial & PA Diploma Course modules, your skills and knowledge will be tested with an automated multiple-choice assessment. You will then receive instant results to let you know if you have successfully passed the Secretarial & PA Diploma.
20 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
This course is suitable for
Anyone interested in pursuing a career in the relevant sector
Existing professionals who wish to elevate their skills
Individuals who wish to learn about PA or secretary careers
Enrol on the Secretary & PA Diploma with no formal entry requirements! If you have a passion for knowledge and want to learn something new, register on the Secretary & PA Diploma without any delay.
We only ask that all students have a passion for learning and literacy, and be over the age of 16.
Complete the Secretary & PA Diploma online from your computer, tablet, or smartphone, and learn in a way that suits you.
From the Secretary & PA Diploma course, you will learn the key skills required for the role of a PA. After completing the course, you can aim for career options such as
PA (Salary range £26k-£44k per year)
Office Administrator (Salary range £21k-£27k per year)
Admin Assistant (Salary range £20k-£27k per year)
Receptionist (Salary range £21k-£28k per year)
CPD Accredited Certificate
Digital certificate - £10
CPD Accredited Certificate
Hard copy certificate - £29
If you are an international student, then you have to pay an additional 10 GBP as an international delivery charge.