Technical Office Occupations Certificate

The Merced College Adult Education and Noncredit Program is located in the Business Resource Center. This program offers a wide variety of classes to the community with no registration fees. Classes are offered to assist students seeking employment, help them relearn skills and meet current job requirements, and promote skills for physical and emotional well-being. This is a Short-term vocational program with high employment potential. The program consists of a sequence of courses leading to a vocational/ career technical objective and certificate that is directly related to employment.

Program Objectives

• Develop proficiency in office software applications and tools.
• Enhance communication and interpersonal skills for professional settings.
• Understand the principles of effective office management and organization.
• Gain practical experience in executing office-related tasks efficiently.

Curriculum Overview

• Introduction to Office Technology
• Advanced Word Processing and Spreadsheets
• Office Communication and Professional Writing
• Data Management and Analysis
• Office Procedures and Administration
• Project Management Fundamentals

This program is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their technical office skills and pursue a successful career in administrative and technical support roles.