The Administrative Technology programs fulfill the mission and objective of Briarwood College by providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt to a continuously changing administrative work environment. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to think, to make decisions, to interact effectively, to use creativity to solve problems, and to communicate using the latest technology. The skills of writing, listening, and speaking are important components of all Administrative Technology courses and programs. We require our students to integrate and apply their classroom knowledge and technology skills with practical and relevant on-site work experience. The knowledge and skills taught provide our students with the tools for personal and professional development and increased opportunities for success in the pursuit of lifelong learning and excellence.

Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs
• Administrative Technology/Executive
• Administrative Technology/Legal
• Administrative Technology/Management
• Administrative Technology/Medical

Certificates

• Administrative Legal Professional
• Administrative Medical Professional
• Administrative Professional
• Executive Assistant
• Medical Transcription
• Word Processing
Career Information

Where are administrative professionals employed? Administrative professionals have talents that may be employed in a variety of settings, including business, legal, and medical offices, public and private educational institutions, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, insurance companies, banks and financial institutions, libraries, research facilities, career placement agencies, and government institutions, to name a few. Experienced office professionals may become trainers and teachers as well and work in schools and colleges, training future office administrators. Expert office administrators who wish to increase their professional responsibilities and education may become supervisors, managers, and owners of private information processing businesses or placement services.

The attractions of office administration:

Administrative professionals are dedicated team workers always in great demand. Those who are best prepared will always be employable. That is employment security, not having to depend on a company, depending on yourself. The highly skilled are not only highly valued but paid premiums for their services.

Employment options provide the opportunity to regulate one's level of challenge. Office Administration is a portable skill that allows for professional and geographic mobility. It can be a lifelong, satisfying career, or it can open the door to other options in many other fields. There are no age restrictions on employment. The profession readily accommodates the recent graduate and the mature worker, the trainee, and the experienced administrative professional.