Workforce & Economic Development

Professional Office Technology (POFT)

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About Professional Office Technology

The Professional Office Technology program at Victoria College is designed for individuals who are seeking entry-level office administration positions, as well as for those already working in office administration who desire enhanced skills. A two year Associate of Applied Science degree in Professional Office Technology is available with a choice of specializations: Medical Office, Legal Office, Administrative Assistant and Accounting. Basic core classes are taken along with eleven or more hours within the desired specialization. A one year Professional Office Technology certificate concentrating on general office skills is also available.

This program provides valuable office skills required in today’s fast paced business environment. A heavy emphasis is placed on computer application software such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook. In addition, courses provide training in general office procedures, general office machines, oral and written communication, professionalism and interpersonal skills.

Students who successfully complete the certificate and two year degree program may seek job opportunities as a receptionist, word processor, secretary, administrative assistant, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, or a variety of additional office administration positions which are based on the various specializations. For detailed information on this program contact any of the Professional Office Technology faculty listed below.

Faculty and Staff

Name/Email Title Location Phone Number
Betsy Crane Chair, Workforce Division, Professional Office Technology Instructor Technology Center 208 361-582-2448
Caroline Garrett Professional Office Technology Instructor Technology Center 212 361-573-3291
ext. 3288
Mark Henry Professional Office Technology Instructor Technology Center 210 361-573-3291
ext. 3336
Lori McBride Professional Office Technology Instructor Technology Center 209 361-582-2579

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