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Learn the practical skills needed to become a professional and successful secretary or Personal Assistant, one of the most in-demand support roles in modern business.
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Guided Learning Hours (38)
Number of Modules 20

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Guided learning hours are the recommended time for completing this course, including study materials, assessments, and tutor-supported learning.The Secretarial and PA Training course is designed for learners who want to become a professional and successful secretary or Personal Assistant. The course provides practical administrative skills, including document drafting, diary management and Microsoft Office use, helping learners support a busy office with genuine confidence.
This course is suitable for individuals wishing to become a professional secretary or PA, those already working in administrative roles who want formal accreditation, and beginners entering the office support profession.
Learners will explore drafting business letters, reports and minutes, managing diaries and appointments, and handling correspondence and telephone communication. They will also develop practical ICT and Microsoft Office skills, helping them apply their learning directly in a busy workplace.
The Secretarial and PA Training course is also known as the Secretarial and PA Course, the PA and Secretarial Training course, and the Certificate in Secretarial and PA Training.
After completing the course, learners may progress to a more advanced secretarial or PA qualification, or apply their skills towards a recognised office administration qualification, depending on their existing qualifications and future goals.
The knowledge and skills gained can support progression towards roles such as secretary, personal assistant and executive assistant, depending on experience and additional qualifications.
By completing this course, learners can build genuine confidence supporting management, strengthen their written communication and organisational skills, and gain a recognised certificate, helping them succeed in a professional secretarial or PA role.
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Course Highlights
Learn the foundations of secretarial and PA work to support any office effectively
Draft business documents such as letters, reports, notes and minutes with confidence
Practise ICT, data entry and Microsoft Office skills valued in the workplace
Finish with a recognised certificate accredited by ImperialCert and iAP
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Learning Outcomes
Understand the core responsibilities and duties of a secretary or PA
Draft business letters, reports, notes and minutes accurately
Apply ICT, data entry and Microsoft Office skills in a workplace setting
Manage diaries, appointments and correspondence on behalf of management
Entry Requirements
The course is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
A good understanding of English literacy and numeracy is recommended.
No prior experience is required to begin this course.
Basic competency in ICT is an added advantage.
We understand that every learner has a different educational and professional background. If you do not see your qualification listed or are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our team is happy to help. We also welcome applicants without formal qualifications, particularly where relevant work experience or other learning can demonstrate suitability for the course.
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Skills Gained
This course is designed to take you from the basics of office administration through to practical, hands-on secretarial and PA skills, so you finish able to support a busy workplace with confidence.
Draft clear, professional business documents including letters, reports and minutes
Manage diaries, appointments and correspondence efficiently on behalf of others
Apply ICT and Microsoft Office skills to everyday administrative tasks
Handle telephone communication and office enquiries in a professional manner
Course Curriculum
20 Modules
45 Lectures
38 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
Learners benefit from additional support services that make study more manageable and rewarding.
Learn at your own pace with lifetime course access
Study through professionally narrated e-learning modules
Gain both theoretical knowledge and practical, workplace-ready administrative skills
Receive excellent customer service and administrative support throughout your studies
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Method of Assessment
The final exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
A mock exam is provided for practice before the final assessment.
All exams are automatically marked.
Results are available instantly upon completion.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Secretarial & PA Training certification accredited by International Awards for Professionals (iAP).
Career Progression
Once you complete the Secretarial & PA Training course, you can apply your skills across a wide range of administrative and support roles.
Executive Assistant
SGD 35,000 Approx./pa
Personal Assistant
SGD 29,000 Approx./pa
Secretary
SGD 25,000 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
Successful completion can provide a pathway to further study and career development in office administration and business support.
Progress to a more advanced secretarial or PA qualification
Apply your skills toward a recognised office administration qualification
Build toward a full business administration or management qualification over time
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