Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: A Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification validates proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, demonstrating you can meet globally recognized performance standards. The Microsoft Office Specialist is ideal for the individual considering a career in Office Administration, Operational Support, or an individual looking to increase their current skillset.
Description: This course prepares you for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) 2019 certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. You will build your expertise in these programs through hands-on exercises, in-depth course material, and supplemental video demonstrations. As you prepare for each exam, you will test your skills at regular intervals with quizzes and exams.
By course completion, you will be fully prepared to take the MOS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook exams. Earning a Microsoft Office Master certification signifies that you have "the deepest level of skills" needed to use the Office suite.
Course Length: Face-to-Face up to 16 weeks and 180 instructional hours
Competencies to be achieved:
Word
- Refer to Microsoft Office Specialist - Word CE F2F Provider Program for Arizona Western College (AWC)
Excel
- Refer to Microsoft Office Specialist – Excel CE F2F Provider Program for AWC
PowerPoint
- Modify slide masters, handout masters, and note masters
- Change presentation options and views
- Configure print settings for presentations
- Configure and present slide shows
- Prepare presentations for collaboration
- Insert slides
- Modify slides
- Order and group slides
- Format text
- Insert links
- Insert and format images
- Insert and format graphic elements
- Order and group objects on slides
- Insert and format tables
- Insert and modify charts
- Insert and format SmartArt graphics
- Insert and modify 3D models
- Insert and manage media
- Apply and configure slide transitions
- Animate slide content
- Set timing for transitions
Outlook
- Customize Outlook settings
- Configure mail settings
- Perform search operations
- Print and save information
- Create messages
- Insert message content
- Organize and manage messages
- Create and manage calendars
- Create appointments, meetings and events
- Organize and manage appointments, meetings, and events
- Create and manage contact records
- Create and manage contact groups
- Create and manage tasks
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: jennifer.ericson@azwestern.edu
Phone number: (928) 317 – 7674
E. Direct Website link to the program:
AWC Page: 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)
- 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 or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Microsoft
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Leads to an Expert Level Certification for Word and Excel
- Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): 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 or No: 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. New program. No data.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
180
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Arizona Western College, 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr., Yuma, AZ 85365
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
Microsoft Office Specialist Associate - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
WIOA
Refund Policy
https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/registration-and-payment
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Microsoft
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
Books (Estimated)
$208.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$800.00
In-State Tuition
$2,842.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,850.00