Administration

Course description

The NC Administration SCQF Level 5 course provides an exciting opportunity to gain the skills required for working in an administrative role within any organisation in the public or private sector.  As part of the programme there will be the opportunity to plan and take part in a real event and gain valuable experience.This course is suitable for school leavers or other young people looking for employment in an administrative field; it may also be attractive if you are a mature student wishing to change career direction or return to full or part-time study.Mandatory Modules Word Processing Front of Office Skills Practical Office Skills and Technologies Managing your Time, Resources and Wellbeing Processing Business Documents Researching and Preparing Presentations Event Organisation Spreadsheet for Administrators Database for Administrators CommunicationOptional Modules Work Placement with Workplace Numeracy Skills Development for Administrators Developing Skills for Employment E-Touch Typing (40wpm)

Learning outcome

What can I do on completion of my course?Academic Progression: You can progress on to our Higher National Certificate (HNC) Business, at Orkney College UHI or another college (conditional on achieving Communication at SCQF Level 6 or one Higher) which can then lead to the BA (Hons) Business Management degree or Graduate Apprenticeship.Employment/Career: You can apply for a range of administrative employment positions, including Modern Apprenticeships with local organisations. Areas of interest include Reception, Accounts, Events, Office Support, Marketing, plus many more and can be in any industry.