Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate Intermediate Workplace Office Professional

Career Studies Certificate
Eastern Shore Community College

The Intermediate Workplace Office Professional Career Studies Certificate provides students with the essential skills necessary to perform professionally in the workplace.

Outcomes

Graduates will be able to: Apply the foundational precepts and principles of business in their performance in the workplace Communicate clearly and appropriately both orally and in writing Employ mathematical operations, spreadsheet software, and accounting operations to address common needs in entry level professional settings Apply technology to advance the goals and accomplish tasks of businesses and organizations


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Intermediate Workplace Office Professional Career Studies Certificate provides students with the essential skills necessary to perform professionally in the workplace.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Eastern Shore Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate Intro Workplace Office Professional
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate Intermediate Workplace Office Professional
30
Career Studies Certificate Intermediate Workplace Office Professional
30
Intermediate Workplace Office Professional
30
Intermediate Workplace Office Professional
26
SDV 101
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ITE 152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 115
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CST 110
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 130
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BUS 190
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITE 140
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ACC 105
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BUS 100
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BUS 200/116
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students must earn 25% of their credits at ESCC for an Associate degree from our institution. Students who transfer to ESCC with a completed Associate degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other course transfer. Students who transfer to ESCC with a completed Bachelor degree from a U.S. college or university will be awarded SDV 100, ENG 111 and ENG 112. The transcript will be evaluated for other course transfer.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School ESCC does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree concurrently, while in high school, or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning https://es.vccs.edu/admissions-aid/credits/request-credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Eastern Shore Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Student Aid
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? YES! (Your Eastern Shore) is ESCC's culture of hospitality. YES! encourages students, teachers and staff to start from a positive perspective, develop personal YES!! visions and statements, and take proud ownership of the college and the Shore community. We invite you to discover your YES! at Your Eastern Shore Community College.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year The student's catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions We offer five transfer degrees with Guaranteed Admission Agreements with all public and many private four-year institutions.; https://www.vccs.edu/transfer-programs/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Administrative Management TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Administrative Management Technology with a Specialization in Medical OfficeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Administrative Management Technology with a Specialization in Office AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology - Medical Office AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology - General Office SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology - Medical Office CodingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Software SpecialistAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support Technology - Medical Office SpecialistAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology-Medical Administrative Support SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology-Paralegal Administrative Support SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Tec AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Word/Information ProcessAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Medical Office Administrative Assistant AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in Administrative Support Tech specializing in Medical Office SpecialistAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southwest Virginia Community College Associates of Applied Science in Business TechnologyAssociateAssociates of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Technology/Medical Office AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Administrative Support Technology (Medical Administrative Assistant)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support Technology Executive Admin AssistantAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AST with a Specialization in Health Information ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AST with a Specialization in Legal AssistantAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Bridgewater CollegeBusiness Administration Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Finance (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Management (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Marketing (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
13-1199.04Business Continuity PlannersDevelop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1199.00Business Operations Specialists, All OtherAll business operations specialists not listed separately.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1199.06Online MerchantsConduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1199.07Security Management SpecialistsConduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1199.05Sustainability SpecialistsAddress organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 30 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate Intermediate Workplace Office Professional at Eastern Shore Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $4,890 $0 $4,890
Fees
Parking Fee $3 Per Credit $90 0 $90
Student Activity Fee $3 Per Credit $90 0 $90
Capital Fee $24 Per Credit $720 0 $720 Charged to out-of-state, business and military contract
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.