
The field of business and office technology covers all aspects of training workers for modern offices and specifically prepares Alaskans as an Accounting Specialist, Administrative Assistant or Medical Administrative Assistant. AVTEC graduates are employed in private, state and federal offices. This includes tribal organizations, as well as, the health, construction and tourism industry. Within the Business and Office Technology program, students will choose one of the following areas of study.
- Accounting Specialist
Accounting Specialists maintain accounts by identifying, verifying, and recording transactions, processing payroll, accounts payable, and/or accounts receivable and provide end of fiscal year preparation including financial statements. From a sole proprietorship to corporations, this area of study prepares graduates for entry into the field of accounting or bookkeeping. - Administrative Assistant
There are as many types of Administrative Assistants as there are professional offices. Administrative Assistants perform and organize the administrative activities of an office in order to keep business running smoothly. Students utilize the latest business correspondence and prepare documents, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, and more utilizing a variety of technologies. These graduates are a valuable asset to any organization. - Medical Administrative Assistant
Becoming a Medical Administrative Assistant gives students the opportunity to make a difference in the medical field while working in an office setting. From setting up appointments and verifying insurance, to maintaining electronic health records and more, Medical Administrative Assistants provide the support medical offices and other healthcare facilities need to run efficiently. This area of study covers medical terminology, HIPAA, law and ethics, medical coding and billing, electronic health records and medical office procedures.
UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA TRANSCRIPT
Business & Office Technology graduates may earn up to 25 credits on their University of Alaska transcript while in attendance at AVTEC. These credits may be directly applied to an Applied Business Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree at the UAF campus. In addition to the Business & Office Technology program certificate, students can also prepare for and earn the following industry certifications.
Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
Microsoft Office Specialist Word
Microsoft Office Specialist Excel
Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint
Microsoft Office Specialist Outlook
Microsoft Office Specialist Access
Intuit Certified QuickBooks User
National Health Career Association (NHA)
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS)
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AVTEC requires completion of the TABE Academy, an online course using skill based lessons, to determine individual readiness in math and reading as applied to the greatest success in training. More information can be found here.
There are no Information Technology Requirements for this program.
Requirements of the occupation are good eyesight, finger coordination, and the ability to sit for one to two hours.
Program requirements are good eyesight, finger coordination, and the ability to sit for one to two hours.
Students may complete Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), and Intuit QuickBooks User testing and receive industry recognized certifications while at AVTEC. These certification exams are separate from the regular curriculum. Students who have completed the Computer Operations and Software Applications and Computerized Accounting segments of the training should be ready to complete certification testing.
Using QuickBooks Pro, students will also create and restore company files, set up companies, work with lists, edit chart of accounts, work with bank accounts, enter sales and invoices, receive payments and make deposits, enter and pay bills, analyze financial data, process payroll, and customize forms and letters. Students also have the opportunity to become an Intuit Certified QuickBooks Pro User.
Using Microsoft Excel, students become effective and efficient at creating and manipulating data, formatting data and content, creating and modifying formulas, presenting data visually, collaborating on and securing data, and have the opportunity to become a Microsoft Office Specialist.
Students operate common office machines including the photocopier, fax, calculator, and shredder. Throughout the training, students practice daily to develop acceptable 10-key speed and accuracy levels.
Students may complete Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) and Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) testing and receive industry-recognized certifications while at AVTEC. These certification exams are separate from the regular curriculum. Students who have completed the Computer Operations and Software Applications segment of the training should be ready to complete certification testing.
Students operate common office machines including the photocopier, fax, calculator, and shredder. Throughout the training, students practice daily to develop acceptable 10-key speed and accuracy levels.
Students operate common office machines including the photocopier, fax, calculator, and shredder. Throughout the training, students practice daily to develop acceptable 10-key speed and accuracy levels.