Executive Assistant with Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert (Vouchers Included)

Deven Matthews 

Deven Matthews is a tenured professor with over a decade of higher education experience and extensive expertise in course design, hybrid instruction, and applied learning. An accomplished author and curriculum developer, he specializes in translating complex management concepts into practical, skill-based learning. Deven is known for mentoring students and creating engaging, career-ready programs that bridge theory and real-world practice. 

Becky Swaim

Becky Swaim has taught since 2000, focusing on Administrative Assistant Fundamentals, Administrative Assistant Applications, and Individual Excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from California State University, Long Beach. Her experience includes managing large staff in medical billing and collections and as a program manager to various medical practices.

Tracy Berry

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993. She helps organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, reporting/productivity applications, Microsoft Office, as well as the creation of online courses with software from leading vendors.

Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.

Prerequisites:

You should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, be comfortable navigating the Internet and using email, and have an understanding of a word-processing program (such as Word). This course is intended for anyone interested in developing their management skills. You should also be comfortable using a personal computer and be familiar with Windows software.

Certification Requirements:

Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)

You must have previous experience as an administrative assistant to be eligible to sit for the Certified Administrative Professional certification exam.

Candidates must meet specific education and administrative office support professional experience, which are:

• No College Degree - 4 years of relevant work experience is required
• Associates Degree - 3 years of relevant work experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree - 2 years of relevant work experience is required

All relevant work experience must have been earned within the last ten years.

Relevant work experience qualifies as office and administrative professionals who engage in some, if not all, of the following:

• Communicate within the organization (both verbal and written)
• Conduct business writing, including proofreading and editing
• Maintain office functions and record keeping
• Plan meetings, events, and arrange travel
• Manage projects
• Engage in or support human relations activities, such as hiring and compliance issues
• Maintain budgets and basic accounting functions
• Manage time and other resources for themselves and others
• Utilize technology, including virtual and mobile, with strong computer and internet research skills
• Coordinate communications between internal staff and/or external clients

Please visit https://www.iaap-hq.org/page/Certification for more detailed information on eligibility.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert

To earn a Microsoft Office Specialist: Expert certification, you must complete the following requirements:

Earn a Microsoft Office Specialist Associate certification by passing three of the following Associate exams:

• For students using Microsoft Office 2019/2021:
  • MO-100: Microsoft Word
  • MO-200: Microsoft Excel
  • MO-300: Microsoft PowerPoint
  • MO-400: Microsoft Outlook
• For students using Microsoft Office 365:
  • MO-110: Microsoft Word
  • MO-210: Microsoft Excel
  • MO-310: Microsoft PowerPoint
  • MO-400: Microsoft Outlook

And pass any two of the following three Expert exams:

• For students using Microsoft Office 2019/2021:
  • MO-101: Microsoft Word Expert
  • MO-201: Microsoft Excel Expert
  • MO-500: Microsoft Access Expert
• For students using Microsoft Office 365:
  • MO-111: Microsoft Word Expert
  • MO-211: Microsoft Excel Expert
  • MO-500: Microsoft Access Expert

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course must be taken on a PC. Macs are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later. (Windows 11 users, it is recommended to have 8-16GB of RAM for best results.)
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Office 365, 2021 or 2019 (not included in enrollment). While you can use an older version of Microsoft Office, if you do, there will be some differences between your version and what you see in the course.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. Textbook assignments in each lesson of the CAP course will be linked to the eBook for the designated reading.

• The Administrative Professional: Technology and Procedures (eBook)

The following digital textbook for the Management Training course is accessed via links in the course lessons:

• Management, 15th Edition, by Richard Daft (eBook)

About Certification: International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)

The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting, teaching, and leading administrative professionals so they can excel in an ever-changing business world. IAAP was founded more than 70 years ago as the National Secretaries Association, and has become an internationally-recognized organization for the advancement of administrative professionals.