Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Microsoft Office Specialist with QuickBooks or Web Design
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1. Course Objective:
Description: This is a 100% hands-on course offered by Phoenix Computer Academy. This course is taught in cohort manner with other fellow students and is online, instructor led. The laptop computer, software and textbooks are mailed to students to perform hands on exercises. In this training program we focus on Office 365. We teach you Office 365 basics, working with files and folders, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook. The course has a bonus component. Students can augment their MOS knowledge with either QuickBooks training or basic Web design programming.
Competencies to be achieved: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) is an industry-recognized certification program that validates skills in Microsoft Office applications. With over 3.9 million jobs every year requesting Microsoft Office skills (in the United States alone), those who take and pass MOS certifications are skilled and they stand out in the competitive job market, while simplifying daily tasks and fostering career growth.
This training will take you from basic level to the knowledge level that you can create killer presentations, perfect spreadsheets, and professional documents. The certification itself is like a badge of honor. It’s recognized worldwide by employers.
MOS certification is stack able and portable in diverse professional environments, including business and finance, healthcare, computer science and IT, engineering, and more. This training and Microsoft Office Specialist certification can lead to jobs like Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Project Coordinator, and also IT and Technical Roles like IT Support Technician, Database Specialist, Workbook Developer, IT specialist, Technical Support Specialist, Web developer, Software Tester, System Administrator.
2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student, including testing, licensure):
Total Cost of Program: $6000.00
Total Cost includes testing, licensure (Yes/No): Yes
3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Microsoft 365 (Teach Yourself VISUALLY (Tech)) 1st Edition by Paul McFedries (Author)
Phoenix Computer Academy MOS Preparation Workbook
4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Laptop, MOS 365 Subscription Software
5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Aparna Gupta
Email: agupta@phxcomputeracademy.com
Phone number:602-321-3023
6. Direct Website link to the program: http://phxcomputeracademy.com/programs/office-applications
7. Additional information:
Admission Requirements: Reading and Writing skills preferred HS GED
Background check requirements licensing/credential: No
Industry Standard background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation:No
Other requirements needed: No
Prerequisites: No
8. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
(Yes/No): Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Microsoft
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
(Yes/No): Yes
Career Pathway (Explain): Office Admin/Executive Assistant/Business Analyst
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
(Yes/No, explain): Yes – MOS is an internationally recognized certification
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
(Yes/No): No
Accrediting Agency and link to website: N/A
9. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. – 90%
10. Job Placement
Does this program offer job placement services? (Yes/No): Yes
If yes, please explain what support a student can receive to obtain employment upon training completion: Skills/Resume/Coverletter/LinkedIn/Method to search for jobs/Outreach/Alumni Network
Grievance Procedure URL: https://phxcomputeracademy.com/student-grievance-appeal-process-resolution-procedure/
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
13
Hours
125
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Phoenix Computer Academy East Campus
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
725 West Elliot Rd, Ste 112, Gilbert, AZ 85233
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Completion
Name of Credential
Microsoft Office Specialist
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$5,800.00 Includes all curriculum, labs, exam prep, test fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$5,800.00 Includes all curriculum, labs, exam prep, test fee
Registration Fee
$200.00 One-Time Fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$6,000.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$6,000.00
