Study Office Administration Via Distance Learning

When you study office administration via distance learning, you will gain top skills to help you communicate effectively and manage resources successfully.

Gain in-demand office management skills when you study office administration via distance learning. You will be able to work in a fast-paced work environment and enjoy a handsome salary with job promotion opportunities. 

Which Course Is Best For Office Administration?

Our ICB Office Administration Courses are the best study programmes to learn office admin skills:

What Qualifications Do I Need To Study Office Administration? 

You do not need any prior qualifications or skills to study office admin. You will learn all the skills you need here. The knowledge you will gain is current and match all office careers in South Africa. 

Can I Study Office Administration Without Matric?

No, you cannot study office administration without matric. To qualify, you must have a Grade 12 certificate or an NQF L4 matric equivalent qualification

How Long Does It Take To Do An Office Administration Course?

It can take up to three years to study our Office Administration Courses:

  • Junior Office Administration Course – 24 months
  • Higher Certificate Office Administration Course – 26 months
  • Office Administration Diploma Course – 36 months
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What Is Distance Learning?

Distance learning allows students to study from home. Some colleges offer virtual classes, whereas others have none. It offers flexible learning since you can learn when and where you want. You can study full-time or part-time while you gain quality work experience

What Are The Benefits of Studying Via Distance Learning With Us?

Apart from being able to study from home, distance learning benefits available to you include the following:

  • Getting all your study material delivered.
  • Assistance from student support services.
  • Academic help from skilled tutors and lecturers.
  • Access to online study groups. 

Can I Study Office Administration Online?

Yes, you can study office administration online. Make sure you prepare your home for your studies. This will create the perfect, organised learning environment. 

Where To Study Online Office Administration Courses In South Africa?

You can study ICB office administration online via distance learning from anywhere in South Africa with us. We are an ICB training provider registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). You can study from all nine provinces, including:

  1. Eastern Cape
  2. Free State
  3. Gauteng
  4. KwaZulu-Natal
  5. Limpopo
  6. Mpumalanga
  7. North West
  8. Northern Cape
  9. Western Cape

Why Study Office Administration Via Distance Learning?

From study to career benefits, there are many advantages of studying office administration via distance learning:

  • Study from anywhere in South Africa
  • Save on time and travel costs
  • Enjoy versatile skills
  • Enter an industry filled with opportunities
  • Achieve a recognised qualification
  • Opportunity to work and study

Study From Anywhere In South Africa

Whether you stay on the coast or in one of our beautiful cities, you can study from anywhere in South Africa. If you live too far from a college, you can now study from home. 

Save On Time And Travel Costs

Since you will study from home, you can save time on going to college and travel costs. Use this time to focus on your studies and save up for helpful resources. 

Gain Versatile Skills

Office administration courses will teach you various practical skills. Since your duties vary daily, you will learn skills to help you complete different tasks efficiently. 

Enter An Industry Filled With Opportunities

From a range of careers to choose from to a chance of promotion; you have many opportunities available. Start at an entry-level position and progress in your career. 

Achieve A Recognised Qualification

All ICB office administration qualifications are recognised in South Africa and abroad. You will achieve a recognised qualification that will help you get a job. 

Opportunity To Work And Study

Since there are no classes, you can choose when and where you want to study. This allows you to pursue a full-time job, earn an income and gain experience as an office administrator.

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What Can I Do With A Diploma In Office Administration?

Put your skills into practice, and enjoy plenty of career benefits with these jobs you can do with an office administration diploma:

Office Administrator

An office administrator manages the functions and flow of an office. They communicate in the business, sending company-wide emails and liaising with clients. Office administrators also manage resources and administrative duties such as filing. 

Personal Assistant

A personal assistant completes the administrative duties of a manager or executive in the company. They manage their daily planner, set up meetings and take calls. Personal assistants also plan business trips and communicate information from the manager to the employees. 

Secretary

Secretaries are the first people you meet when walking into an office. They welcome and communicate with clients and suppliers. They communicate verbally and in written form and write reports.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

We do not offer office administration short courses. However, we have fantastic distance learning short courses. This includes our Office Management Courses. These skills-based programmes will teach practical skills that will look great on your CV and teach your workplace skills

This is different for each student. But it all comes down to the hard work you are willing to put into your studies. You can easily pass your course if you study early and read through your study material.

Each ICB training provider has their own fees listed for each course. But you can find the cost of the assessments on the ICB fees list. 

Did you know: When you study with us, all your study material and courses are included in your fees? Plus, our trusted couriers will be delivered your books to you.

You can become a certified administrator with our Office Administrator Courses. You will achieve an NQF-level equivalent qualification after completion.

Please note: Work experience is essential in becoming a certified office administrator. So you need to ensure that you gain practical skills and formal training to get an office admin job. 

Yes, office admin is not only a good but a great career! It offers opportunities that allow you to grow in your career and skills. You will complete a wide range of duties daily. So the skills you learn will be practical and relevant. 

Yes, office administration is in-demand in South Africa. This means that you:

  • Stand a better chance of getting a job.
  • Have a lot of jobs you can pursue. 
  • Can progress to higher positions.
  • Have the opportunity to earn a high salary.
Last Updated: 6 March 2023

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