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Guided Learning Hours (150)
Number of Modules 43

Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise
Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise through structured modules covering the core skills and knowledge for this qualification.Guided learning hours
Guided learning hours are the recommended time for completing this course, including study materials, assessments, and tutor-supported learning.The Administrative Assistant Diploma (based on USA standards) equips you with the practical skills needed to provide high-quality administrative support in any busy office, covering how to meet deadlines, support senior colleagues, communicate professionally, and handle a wide range of office tasks with confidence.
The programme covers business writing, secretarial and PA skills, administrative procedures, Microsoft Office applications, project management elements, finance basics, and human resource fundamentals, giving you a strong foundation for roles such as administrative assistant, secretary, personal assistant, or office administrator.
You may also see this course listed as Office Administration Diploma, Executive Assistant Training or PA and Secretarial Skills Course.
By completing this diploma, you will gain a strong practical foundation in administrative and office skills, improving your employability and readiness for a range of administrative support roles across different industries.
After completing this qualification, you can progress to higher-level business or management qualifications, specialist PA or executive assistant programmes, or further Microsoft Office and office management training, allowing you to keep building your career step by step. With flexible online learning and skills that apply across virtually any office environment, this course offers a practical, well-rounded route into administrative and support-based careers.
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Course Highlights
Fully online with flexible self-paced learning.
Interactive quizzes, mock exams, and final assessments.
Certificate on successful completion.
Lifetime access to the learning portal.
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Learning Outcomes
Provide effective administrative support to managers and senior colleagues.
Work confidently to tight deadlines and manage competing demands.
Use Microsoft Office applications effectively in a business environment.
Produce professional business documents, reports, and correspondence.
Entry Requirements
Applicant must be aged 16 or over
Basic English and ICT knowledge
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Skills Gained
This diploma develops valuable transferable skills, including.
Business and report writing.
Diary and time management.
Secretarial and PA duties.
Meeting organising and minute-taking.
Course Curriculum
43 Modules
140 Lectures
150 Guided Learning Hours
ImperialCert & IAP
ImperialCert is the programme quality assurance division of Imperial Learning Ltd, responsible for reviewing and endorsing education and training programmes against applicable quality standards. It evaluates areas such as programme structure, learning materials, assessment methods, delivery approaches and provider systems, providing learners and stakeholders with confidence that programmes have been independently reviewed and designed to support a high-quality learning experience.
International Awards for Professionals (iAP) is an independent UK-based education and training quality assurance organisation that provides accreditation and course endorsement services to education and training providers worldwide. It reviews programme quality, including course content, learning outcomes, assessment methods and delivery standards, helping providers demonstrate their commitment to effective learning and high-quality education.

Course Advantages
Lifetime access and support
Career progression sector
Constant mentor support
Practical scenario-based modules
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Method of Assessment
Assessment is by an online multiple-choice exam at the end of the course.
Results are provided instantly upon completion.
Practice mock exam
Automatically graded assessments
Certification
Upon completing this diploma, successful students will receive a certificate in Administrative Assistant Diploma which is accredited by ImperialCert and iAP.
Career Progression
This diploma supports a range of administrative and office roles. Possible positions include.
Executive Assistant
£43,000 Approx./pa
Office Manager
£34,000 Approx./pa
Personal Assistant
£33,000 Approx./pa
Secretary
£26,000 Approx./pa
Administrative Assistant
£24,000 Approx./pa
Office Administrator
£23,000 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
After completing this diploma, you can progress to,
Higher level business management qualifications
Specialist PA or executive assistant programmes
Further Microsoft Office or project management training
Human resources or office management courses
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