Academic Programs

Office Support Specialist (NDP.OFSK.GEN)

Students will complete coursework in Microsoft Office software, keyboarding, document formatting, and accounting to prepare for an office support position. All courses apply toward one of the Office Assistant degrees.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

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Catalog Term Year: 2021 Summer

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
	BUS-114	Advanced Formatting BUS-114 Advanced Formatting Development of skill in formatting business correspondence, reports, forms, and tables to meet mailability and production standards. Instruction on word processing software is integrated throughout the course. Course Outline *	3.0
	CIS-160	Practical Software Application CIS-160 Practical Software Application Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-141	Business Communications BUS-141 Business Communications Provides students with practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication, in business settings. Course Outline OR
	BUS-079	Professional Development BUS-079 Professional Development Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication. Course Outline +++	3.0
	BUS-095	Fundamentals of Accounting BUS-095 Fundamentals of Accounting An introduction to basic accounting principles and techniques designed to give the student a general knowledge of accounting practices and terminology. Students will work through the accounting cycle for both a service and retail business. Course Outline	3.0
	--- ---	Electives --- --- Electives **	6.0
	Semester Totals		18.0

Total Program Hours

18.0

Suggested Electives
	CIS-058	Specialized Software Applications CIS-058 Specialized Software Applications Students handle office activities and use career-related software such as a computerized accounting system, desktop publishing, PowerPoint, form management, calculator, medical scheduling and invoicing, and legal document preparation. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-115	Processing Information BUS-115 Processing Information Development of skill in processing information using word processing software and applying critical thinking from a variety of office simulations. Advanced formatting skills are further developed through application to specialized office situations. Course Outline *+++	3.0
	CIS-056	Advanced Software Applications CIS-056 Advanced Software Applications Advanced instruction in an office suite program with emphasis on advanced topics in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
	CIS-099	Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 Introduction to Web Technology This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-060	Automated Office Procedures BUS-060 Automated Office Procedures Students manage office activities using computer software and equipment in a simulated office environment. Students use word processing, electronic mail and calendaring, and other specialized software. Course Outline *	3.0
	BUS-079	Professional Development BUS-079 Professional Development Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication. Course Outline +++	3.0

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Email: counsel@lakelandcollege.edu

Faculty Contact: Lisa S. Earp234-5356

* There are prerequisites, corequisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
FA Course only offered fall semester
SP Course only offered spring semester
SU Course offered in summer term only

Suggested Electives
	CIS-058	Specialized Software Applications CIS-058 Specialized Software Applications Students handle office activities and use career-related software such as a computerized accounting system, desktop publishing, PowerPoint, form management, calculator, medical scheduling and invoicing, and legal document preparation. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-115	Processing Information BUS-115 Processing Information Development of skill in processing information using word processing software and applying critical thinking from a variety of office simulations. Advanced formatting skills are further developed through application to specialized office situations. Course Outline *+++	3.0
	CIS-056	Advanced Software Applications CIS-056 Advanced Software Applications Advanced instruction in an office suite program with emphasis on advanced topics in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
	CIS-099	Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 Introduction to Web Technology This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-060	Automated Office Procedures BUS-060 Automated Office Procedures Students manage office activities using computer software and equipment in a simulated office environment. Students use word processing, electronic mail and calendaring, and other specialized software. Course Outline *	3.0
	BUS-079	Professional Development BUS-079 Professional Development Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication. Course Outline +++	3.0

Suggested Electives
	CIS-058	Specialized Software Applications CIS-058 Specialized Software Applications Students handle office activities and use career-related software such as a computerized accounting system, desktop publishing, PowerPoint, form management, calculator, medical scheduling and invoicing, and legal document preparation. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-115	Processing Information BUS-115 Processing Information Development of skill in processing information using word processing software and applying critical thinking from a variety of office simulations. Advanced formatting skills are further developed through application to specialized office situations. Course Outline *+++	3.0
	CIS-056	Advanced Software Applications CIS-056 Advanced Software Applications Advanced instruction in an office suite program with emphasis on advanced topics in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
	CIS-099	Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 Introduction to Web Technology This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
	BUS-060	Automated Office Procedures BUS-060 Automated Office Procedures Students manage office activities using computer software and equipment in a simulated office environment. Students use word processing, electronic mail and calendaring, and other specialized software. Course Outline *	3.0
	BUS-079	Professional Development BUS-079 Professional Development Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication. Course Outline +++	3.0

Office Support Specialist (NDP.OFSK.GEN)

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Catalog Term Year: 2021 Summer

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Total Program Hours