Graphic Design Office Assistant
The following is a description of current program requirements. Students who enrolled previously should consult the catalog for the year in which they began the program, and/or their advisor.
Area
Graphic Design Office Assistant Certificate
Length
Two semesters (one-year) program
Purpose
Commercial and industrial expansion in Virginia is steadily increasing the demand for qualified office assistants in desktop publishing and graphic design. The in-house publishing needs of small- and medium-sized businesses require office workers skilled in using the PC platform for both graphic design and desktop publishing. The graphic design office assistant certificate is designed to prepare persons for full-time employment in a variety of office positions requiring these skills.
Occupational Objectives
graphic design assistant, office publishing specialist, special projects assistant or other specialized office publishing careers
Program Requirements
This program prepares the student to fill general office desktop publishing and graphic design positions in small- and medium-sized businesses. The curriculum includes courses in graphic design, math and desktop publishing. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the graduate will receive the certificate in graphic design office assistant.
