Cert in Administrative Professional

Administrative Professional at Nova Scotia Community College is a certificate program that prepares students for office and administrative support careers, offered full-time over one year or part-time over two years. Coursework covers essential office procedures, business communication and correspondence, and collaborative workplace technologies, alongside practical skills in Microsoft 365, basic bookkeeping, and social media management. Instruction is delivered in person, with learning labs available at most campuses to reinforce hands-on skill development. The program builds administrative, organizational, and technical competencies that prepare graduates for reception, clerical, executive assistant, and general office support roles across a range of industries. It suits students who want a well-rounded, technology-focused introduction to administrative work rather than a narrow specialization. Admission requires a high school diploma or equivalent; international applicants face country-specific diploma equivalency and English proficiency requirements. The program is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit for international graduates.