Administrative Support
Technologists perform office and
administrative duties which require expertise
in office procedures, computer applications,
word processing, desktop publishing, telephone
techniques, and records management.
Medical Office Specialist students in the AST program may choose to
concentrate their studies in the medical field.
They perform duties utilizing specific knowledge
of medical terminology and hospital,
clinic or laboratory procedures.
Get Started with a Certificate
Individuals may begin their training in one-year
Clerical Assistant certificate programs.
The AST program prepares students for:
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
- Certified Professional Secretary (CPS)
- Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
Internships
MECC Administrative Support Technology
students gain on-site training through internships
with local employers. Internships can
lead to great employment opportunities.
Employers want AST graduates who:
- Enjoy the office environment and have the ability
to perform a variety of office tasks
- Are proficient in microcomputer applications
- Have excellent communication/interpersonal
skills
- Have excellent decision-making and critical
thinking skills
- Exhibit team work and team-building skills
Salary
Entry-level salaries range from $18,000-
$29,000. Salaries with experience range
from $24,920 to $38,370.
Update Skills
Individuals currently working in the field may
update their skills with an Office Automation
Specialist Career Studies Certificate.
Salary
Entry-level salaries begin at
$20,000 and go higher depending
upon the area of the country, level
of education, and length of time in
the accounting profession.
Student Spotlight
 |
Cindi Jones, a graduate of MECC’s AST program,
is the Administrative Assistant to the Town Manager
of Big Stone Gap, VA. |
You will find other MECC graduates at:
Commonwealth’s Attorney Office — Lee County,
Commonwealth’s Attorney Office — Wise County,
Department of Mines, Minerals, and Energy,
Computer Learning Center,
Eastman Chemical Company,
Indian Path Hospital,
Lee, Scott, and Wise County Courthouses,
Local doctors’ and attorneys’ offices,
Local discount store offices,
Mountain Empire Community College,
Norton Community Hospital,
Red Onion State Prison,
Sykes,
Wallens Ridge State Prison,
Wellmont Lee Regional Medical Center,
Wellmont Mountain View Regional Medical Center
Professional Organizations
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