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Microsoft Office Specialist
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Advance Your
Microsoft Office Specialist
Career
What is a Microsoft Office Specialist, and what do they do?
Whether entering the workplace or advancing your career, expertise with Microsoft Office applications is essential for office administrators and clerical support staff. Microsoft Office is a popular suite of software used to create memos, spreadsheets and presentations, manage calendars, organize contacts and store and manage data.
Where Can You Work?
Microsoft Office Specialists work in all aspects of business including healthcare, technology, education and more.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Web browser with internet connection
Course registration & payment
A working version of Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365.
A WINDOWS Operating System
Training Materials Provided
Expert-led video based training
Competency assessments
National Certification exam fee
Microsoft Office Specialist
Outcomes
Our comprehensive Microsoft Office certification online courses provide training that starts at the fundamental level to ensure the basics are covered – which is perfect for a beginner or those in need of a basic refresher. The curriculum gradually builds into intermediate and advanced topics, but only after you’ve demonstrated mastery of the preceding subject matter.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Prepare, edit and enhance documents in Microsoft Word
- Apply methods to organize, calculate and analyze information using Microsoft Excel
- Utilize multiple options for exchanging information and managing activities using Microsoft Outlook
- Create professional-level presentations that are engaging and exciting using PowerPoint
- Apply methods to store, organize and maintain data using Access database
Courses - 7 Weeks
Microsoft Word - Levels 1-3 |
Microsoft Excel - Levels 1-3 |
Microsoft Outlook - Levels 1-2 |
Microsoft PowerPoint - Levels 1-2 |
Microsoft Access - Levels 1-3 |
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Microsoft Office Specialist Job Possibilities
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Office/Administrative Assistant
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Office Administrator
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Executive Assistant
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Certification Information
Upon completing your training, you’ll be qualified to earn the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.
MOS
Certified Microsoft Office Specialist
The Certified Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification, issued by Microsoft, demonstrates to employers the professional skills and in-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products. The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts employment of administrative professionals is projected to grow five percent in the next ten years. Those with an MOS certification and proven Microsoft expertise will likely have the best job prospects.
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Program Comparison
University of Mount Saint Vincent | Community College | |
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Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3-6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |

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FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 7 weeks, making students job-ready in 1.5 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
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