Administrative Assistant

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Welcome to Opportunities in Administrative Assistance

In the daily production that is a contemporary office, Administrative Assistants don’t just pull the curtain… From planning and scheduling, to managing software and social media, they practically run the whole show.

Office managers are in demand in virtually every industry, and because these positions require a unique mix of “hard” and “soft” skills, many employers struggle to find properly trained support. Saddleback College students acquire practical office skills, while learning the basics of customer service and client relations, graduating with a well-rounded skill set critical to career success.

Potential Salaries

$42,250 - $106,230

Per Year

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Potential Careers

Administrative Assistant

Executive Assistant

Office Clerk

Administrative Services Manager

Hiring Companies

Marriott International

Honda R&D

Securitas

Many More!

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Are Administrative Assistants really in demand?

Savvy office professionals are earning more! Here are just a few of the many careers and their average salaries.

Administrative Assistant - $42,250

Executive Secretary / Executive Assistant - $70,660

Receptionist / Information Clerk - $31,470

Office Clerk (General) - $35,320

Administrative Services Manager (w/ further education) - $106,230

What degrees and/or certificates are offered at Saddleback?

Saddleback College offers one associate degree and one certificate program in Administrative Assistant.

Administrative Assistant (Associate in Science)
Administrative Assistant (Certificate of Achievement)

Which regional employers are hiring?

University of California, Los Angeles * California State University * DaVita Medical Group * Honda R&D * Marriott International * U.S. Dept. of the Army * Securitas * And Many More! *

Can I contact the department or faculty?

The Administrative Assistant Department (BGS 226) can be contacted at (949) 582-4773.

Dr. Scott Frederickson, Co-Chair - (949) 582-4293

Dr. Barbara Cox, Co-Chair - (949) 582-4818

Emily Quinlan, Professor - (949) 582-4806

What is the cost to complete the program and is financial aid available?

Saddleback College is proud to be Orange County’s premier provider of low-cost career education. See the 2019 Cost of Education Statement for the most recent information on cost of attendance.

For financial aid, visit the Student Financial Assistance & Scholarship Office online, for details on financial assistance sources, including grants, loans, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and more!

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