Business Technology Courses: Personal Assistant/Private Secretary's Course

Why study the Personal Assistant/Private Secretary's Course?


This two year course is especially for you if you want to have a career as a Personal Assistant/Private Secretary. You will study a wide range of secretarial qualifications. You will have the opportunity to study another level 3 course, e.g. an A-level with this course. A combination of academic and practical skills is highly regarded by many companies.

What do I study?
Teeline shorthand theory and speed development.
OCR Administration (Business Professional) Level 2 and 3 Diploma:
- working in a business environment e.g. preparing business communications, working in administration, organising business travel and accomodation and handling diary systems.
- text production
- word processing
- mail merge
- audio transcription
- business presentations (PowerPoint)
Diploma for IT Users (CLAIT Plus)

Where does the Personal Assistant/Private Secretary's Course take me?

This subject can lead to an interesting career as a Personal Assistant or Private Secretary. The Business Technology Department has strong links with companies and employment consultants in the City of London, several of which specifically target students from Palmer's College.

What do I need?

You will need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade C, including English.