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This is an academic credit program offered through the Faculty of Arts, Science and Management. 

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Location

Length

Delivery

Online
Fall Winter
1 year Digital
Full-time or part-time

Applications open.

Overview

In this fully online, 11-course program with flexible study options, virtual classes and set deadlines.

You'll learn:
  • Skills in keyboarding and word processing
  • Records management, organization, effective teamwork and communication

You'll be prepared for roles as a receptionist, office assistant and other general office support.

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Requirements and courses

Careers

Our graduates have found employment in a wide range of industries including finance, the health sector, public schools and more.   

$52,286*

Annual median estimated earnings for administrative assistants.

Career profile
*based on WorkBC data

Costs

Check the table below for estimated costs for the full program.

Curious about funding?

Financial support is available. Learn more about financial aid and awards.

How to apply

Apply for this program through EducationPlannerBC. After you’ve applied, you’ll receive an email from NIC with your next steps. Be sure to add @nic.bc.ca to your safe sender list.

Get started

Questions? We’re with you along the way. To contact a recruiter, email futurestudents@nic.bc.ca.

Frequently asked questions

 No, courses follow a set schedule in the Fall and Winter semesters. However, with staggered start dates, you can take one at a time, overlap courses, or take multiple at once—depending on scheduling and prerequisite completion.

It’s fully online, allowing you to study from anywhere. While you can choose when to study, virtual classes and set deadlines provide structure and keep you on track. There are 11 courses to complete in this program.
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