Microsoft Office Specialist Associate (MOS) CE F2F

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Objective: The Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Certification program aims to equip participants with essential skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, enabling them to efficiently create and manage documents, analyze data, deliver impactful presentations, and streamline email communication and task management. By completing this program, participants will be prepared to meet industry standards for office productivity and earn the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Associate certification.

Description: The Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Certification program provides comprehensive training in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, empowering participants with the skills needed to efficiently handle document creation, data analysis, presentations, and email communication. Through hands-on learning and real-world applications, participants will gain proficiency in each of these essential Microsoft Office tools. Successful completion of the program will result in earning individual certifications as a Word Associate, Excel Associate, PowerPoint Associate, and Outlook Associate, culminating in the prestigious Microsoft Office Specialist Associate certification.

Competencies to be achieved: Upon completion of the Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Certification program, participants will achieve key competencies in creating and formatting professional documents with Microsoft Word, analyzing and visualizing data using advanced functions and charts in Microsoft Excel, developing dynamic presentations with multimedia elements in Microsoft PowerPoint, and managing email, calendars, and tasks effectively in Microsoft Outlook. These competencies will enable participants to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and confidently use Microsoft Office applications in a professional environment.

A. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

$3850 (Tuition: $2842, Book: $208, and Testing: $800) 

B. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):

Word 2019 Complete, Product Code: Word2019-A1-R10-, $61.00

Excel 2019 Complete, Product Code: EXEL2019-A1-R10-, $61.00

Outlook 2019 Complete, Product Code: OUTL2019-A1-R10-, $43.00

PowerPoint 2019 Complete, Product Code: PPNT2019-A1-R10-, $43.00

All Published by: 30 Bird Media

C. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): NA 

D. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Jennifer Ericson

Email: continuinged@azwestern.edu        

Phone number: (928) 317 – 7674 

E. Direct Website link to the program:

https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/professional-development/mos

F. Additional information:

• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: NA


• Other requirements needed: NA 
  

G. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):

A 100% refund will be granted if a request is made at least 2 working days prior to the start of class. A 50% refund will be issued will be issued if notice is received less than 2 working days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after the first day of class. https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/registration-and-payment 

H. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)

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  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, Microsoft


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  Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials):  Yes Microsoft Certifications are stackable and this certificate is the compiled of minimum of 3 other Microsoft certifications. After obtaining this certificate, students can work to achieve the Microsoft Office Specialist Expert and Microsoft Office Specialist Master certifications.
  


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  Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies): Yes – MOS is a globally recognized credential utilized in many of today’s diverse business environments.

• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school): Yes

 Accrediting Agency and link to website: Microsoft

https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/Microsoft/MOS/Overview

J. 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. 

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