Personal Assistant and Minute Taking Course

Understand the core duties of a personal assistant
Develop accurate and professional minute taking skills
Improve business communication and correspondence
Learn effective diary and time management techniques
Build confidence in meeting preparation and support
Strengthen organisational and administrative abilities

This course is intended for individuals who want to develop or enhance their administrative and office support skills in a professional setting. It is suitable for aspiring personal assistants, executive assistants, office administrators, secretaries, and reception staff who wish to improve their competence in minute taking and executive support tasks.

The course is also ideal for those currently working in administrative roles who want to progress into more senior PA or management support positions. Learners returning to work, career changers, and individuals seeking to strengthen their CV with practical administrative knowledge will also benefit from this diploma.

No previous experience as a personal assistant is required, making the course accessible to beginners as well as experienced professionals. The skills taught are transferable across industries, including corporate offices, education, healthcare, legal services, and public sector organisations.

There are no formal entry requirements to enrol on this course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. The Personal Assistant and Minute Taking Diploma is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. While prior experience is not required, a good standard of English, basic numeracy, and fundamental IT skills are recommended to support effective learning. Learners should have access to an internet-enabled device to study online and complete course materials comfortably. Motivation, organisation, and an interest in administrative or office-based work will help learners gain the most value from the course.

Upon successful completion of the Personal Assistant and Minute Taking Diploma, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course offers flexible, self-paced online learning designed to fit around personal and professional commitments. The content is structured into clear, expert-designed modules that focus on real workplace responsibilities and expectations. Learners gain practical knowledge that supports career progression and enhances professional confidence. The course emphasises transferable administrative and communication skills valued across multiple industries. With lifetime access to learning materials, learners can revisit key topics whenever needed. The skills gained from this diploma add measurable value to a CV and support long-term professional development in administrative and executive support roles.

The course is designed to be accessible for beginners as well as those with some administrative experience. Concepts are explained clearly, with structured modules that gradually build knowledge and confidence. No prior personal assistant experience is required, and learners can progress at their own pace, making it suitable for individuals new to office-based roles.

This diploma develops essential skills required for personal assistant and administrative roles, including minute taking, communication, and organisation. These skills are widely valued by employers and can support career entry, progression, or role transitions. Completing the course can strengthen your CV and demonstrate professional commitment to administrative development.

The course is delivered entirely online through a flexible learning platform. Learners can study at their own pace from any location with internet access. All course materials are available online, allowing learners to fit their studies around work, family, or other commitments.