Administrative Professional
Overview
Gain skills in Microsoft Office, communications, business documents, finances, and data management for advanced office administration careers.
| Tuition | $5,239 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates |
| Tuition | $24,035 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates | |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Use correct keyboarding technique to a minimum speed of 40 gwpm on a five-minute test with a maximum of five errors
- Use advanced features of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and basic features of Excel, and integrate Microsoft Office applications
- Prepare a wide variety of business documents that meet the comprehensive demands of today's office and utilize writing plans to communicate effectively when writing routine, persuasive and negative news documents
- Professionally greet visitors by phone and in person, and take messages
- Use common office equipment
- Communicate effectively in the workplace, and demonstrate respectful and ethical workplace behaviour
- Create job search documents and participate appropriately in job interviews
- Use social media for business purposes
- Take effective minutes at meetings, and transcribe audio recorded dictated material
- Describe how office finances are handled, including by computerized accounting
- Demonstrate time-management and project-management skills
- Practice problem-solving strategies, conflict resolution techniques, and feedback delivery
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The program is eight months in length. Students must complete this program within three years.
Admission Requirement
Program-specific
Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
English 12 with a minimum ‘C-‘ grade, or Communications 12 with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or English Language Proficiency at English 12 with a pass
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- Able to sit for extended periods and work on computers.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Interest in office administration work.
Program Availability
Fall 2026 |
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|---|---|
| Program Start Date | Sep 2026 |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | October 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | June 1, 2026 |
Winter 2027 |
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| Program Start Date | Jan 2027 |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | February 1, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | October 1, 2026 |
Not currently available.
Courses
Note: Most courses in this program have a combination of on-campus days and online days. Some courses in this program are taught entirely face-to-face on campus. Instructors will provide specific schedules for each course.
| Term One | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| OADM 1103 | Outlook | 1 |
| OADM 1104 | Word 1 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1201 | Word 2 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1102 | Keyboarding 1 | 3 |
| OADM 1105 | Business Writing 1 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1106 | Excel | 2.5 |
| OADM 1108 | Business Writing 2 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1107 | Office Skills 1 | 2.5 |
| Credits | 19 | |
| Term Two | ||
| OADM 1202 | Keyboarding 2 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1203 | Business Writing 3 | 2.5 |
| OADM 1204 | Office Finance | 2.5 |
| OADM 1205 | Social Media and Technology | 1.5 |
| OADM 1208 | Office Skills 2 | 2 |
| OADM 1207 | Access | 1.5 |
| OADM 1109 | Job Search | 2.5 |
| OADM 1206 | Admin Professional Work Experience Preparation | 1 |
| OADM 1209 | Admin Professional Work Experience | 3 |
| Credits | 19 | |
| Total Credits | 38 | |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,239 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $115 | |
| Campus resource | $105 | |
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| U-Pass | $469 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $6,437 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
| Tuition deposit | $13,500 | $10,000 non-refundable |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $24,035 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $121 | |
| Campus resource | $105 | |
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| Temporary medical insurance | $149 | |
| U-Pass | $469 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Other fees | $1,598 | |
| Total | $25,633 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
Need help with tuition?
Explore your options for scholarships, grants, bursaries, and loans.
Technical requirement
How to Apply
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Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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