Office Admin. & Accounting Tech

Welcome to the Office Administration & Accounting Technologies Program

Prepare yourself to become a vital member of an office team. SVC's program will equip you with technical proficiency in the latest software applications, excellent communication practices, and standard accounting procedures. Enroll today and begin your career as an administrative office professional or accounting paraprofessional.

Your Program Options

Whether you are a working professional interested in upgrading your skills or brand new to office administration and accounting, SVC's program is designed to meet your needs. The department offers many options for study:

  • Associate in Technical Arts Degree
    • Administrative Assistant
    • Accounting Paraprofessional
  • Certificate Programs
    • Bookkeeping
    • Business Software Applications Certificate
    • General Office Support Certificate
    • Office and Administrative Support
    • Small Business Accounting
  • Micro-Certificates focused on specific skills:
    • Business Communications
    • Microcomputer Accounting
    • Payroll Accounting
    • Software Applications
    • Word Processing

You May Study

Word Processing Software
Spreadsheet and Database Software
Integrated Software Applications
Desktop Publishing
Business English
Business Communications
Presentation Software

Document Production
Records Management
10-Key Applications
Accounting Procedures
Payroll Accounting
Accounting Software Applications
Governmental Accounting

Why Skagit Valley College?

  • High-tech computer labs with the latest software applications
  • Diverse program options to meet a variety of career interests and learning needs
  • Relevant curriculum to provide training in current workplace competencies
  • Highly qualified instructors with advanced degrees and practical business experience
  • Internships for real world experience

Career Opportunities

Careers as administrative assistants and accounting paraprofessionals are evolving with broader responsibilities and higher salaries. Come to SVC to learn the latest computer applications and gain experience with the communications practices and accounting procedures necessary to make you a highly valued member of your office team. Your career choices include:

Administrative Assistant
Data Entry Operator
Secretary
Receptionist
Bookkeeper
Payroll Clerk

Payroll Manager
Executive Assistant
Office Manager
Accounting Technician
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk

Entry into the Program

Please apply to the admissions office. The admission and registration guidelines are listed in the catalog and on the College’s website, www.skagit.edu.
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Before enrolling in Office Administration and Accounting Technologies, students are encouraged to review the sample schedules and the course descriptions. Although students may enter the program at the beginning of any quarter, some key courses are offered only at specific times during the year.

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Contact Us

Kristi Spinnie
Department Chair
360.416.7944
Kristi.Spinnie@skagit.edu