Microsoft Office Specialist
This program teaches basic computer competency, business communication, business etiquette, problem-solving and more.
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MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.
What Does a Microsoft Office Specialist Do?
Whether entering the workplace or advancing your career, expertise with Microsoft Office applications is essential for office administrators and clerical support staff. Microsoft Office is a popular suite of software used to create memos, spreadsheets and presentations, manage calendars, organize contacts and to store and manage data.
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- Prepare, edit and enhance documents in Microsoft Word
- Apply methods to organize, calculate and analyze information using Microsoft Excel
- Utilize multiple options for exchanging information and managing activities using Microsoft Outlook
- Create professional-level presentations that are engaging and exciting using PowerPoint
- Apply methods to store, organize, and maintain data using Access database
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- A working version of Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365.
- A WINDOWS Operating System
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Microsoft Office Specialist
Job Opportunities
Career Potential
$34,000 – $65,000
Estimated Salary
Entry Level
$25,000 – $43,000
Estimated Salary
$26,000 – $50,000
Estimated Salary
Microsoft Office Specialist Online Certification Course: Frequently Asked Questions
A Microsoft Office Specialist is a certified professional skilled in using Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. They are trained to create, manage and enhance professional documents, spreadsheets, presentations and databases.
The career outlook for Microsoft Office Specialists is positive, with 7% growth in the next 10 years.
Salaries can range from $30,000-$65,000 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific company.
To become a Microsoft Office Specialist, complete a training program like the one offered by MedCerts. This program covers:
- Creating and editing documents in Microsoft Word
- Organizing and analyzing data in Microsoft Excel
- Managing information and activities in Microsoft Outlook
- Creating presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Basic database design and maintenance in Microsoft Access
It prepares you for certifications through exams administered by Certiport, with MedCerts covering the cost of one exam and the corresponding practice test.
In the MedCerts online Microsoft Office Specialist certification training course, you will learn how to:
- Prepare, edit and enhance documents in Microsoft Word
- Apply methods to organize, calculate and analyze information using Microsoft Excel
- Utilize multiple options for exchanging information and managing activities using Microsoft Outlook
- Create professional-level presentations that are engaging and exciting using PowerPoint
- Apply methods to store, organize and maintain data using the Access database
The enrollment requirements include:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- A working version of Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365.
- A WINDOWS Operating System
Tuition is competitively priced at $2,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for your examination.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $173 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs such as:
The total program duration is 7 weeks.
The course is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The course includes expert-led video-based training, competency assessments the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
MedCerts’ programs, including the Microsoft Office Specialist certification training, are designed to meet industry standards and are aligned with the requirements of certification bodies.
Disclaimers
- Prerequisites: Students must have a working version of Microsoft Office installed on their computer throughout the term of their enrollment. Because the MedCerts training is aligned with Microsoft Office 2019 and Microsoft Office 365, it is required that students have either version installed on a computer with a WINDOWS Operating System. Upon program completion, students will be eligible for a hands-on practice test (paid for by MedCerts) that mimics the format of the actual certification exam. Please note: the version of the practice test ordered must match the version of the certification exam taken.
- This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: Kansas, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
