Administrative Professional Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Contact Information: Program Office 615-353-3400, Program Site

The following business degree at Nashville State Community College is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs: A.A.S. in Administrative Professional Technology.

The mission of the Administrative Professional Technology program at Nashville State Community College is to seamlessly integrate our graduates into the workforce by preparing students for the challenging and rewarding needs of today’s employers by developing relevant and innovative skills in communication, technology, and management.

The Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) in Administrative Professional Technology prepares individuals for employment in today’s dynamic workplace environment. Graduates will be equipped to adapt to the continual change that evolving technology demands.

Graduates of the program should be able to:

• Demonstrate skill development in software applications.
• Perform electronic and routine office procedures.
• Prepare documents pertinent to an office environment.
• Explain proper management protocol for office files.
• Demonstrate use of specialty vocabulary through effective office communication.
• Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Career Opportunities

• Receptionist
• Office Manager
• Administrative Assistant/Executive Assistant

Transfer/Advising

The A.A.S. degree is designed to prepare a student for employment upon graduation. Some universities, at their discretion, accept some technical courses for transfer. A student who plans to transfer to a university should consult his/her advisor and the receiving university about transfer and articulation policies. Failure to do so could result in loss of transfer credits.

Medical Business Pathway

The Medical Business pathway prepares individuals for jobs related to the business operation of a medical office. Employment opportunities could include medical receptionist, medical administrative assistant, or medical records clerk. Skill development in the following areas is emphasized: software applications, office procedures, electronic health records, and business communications.​

A currently enrolled student may receive advanced standing credit by successfully completing the Certified Administrative Professional Exam (CAP). The student may receive the following credits based on verification of successful completion of the exam:
 

Students should consult with their advisors when requesting credit earned through the CAP.

For more information on this exam, please visit the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) website (www.iaap-hq.org). Students should consult their assigned advisors for scheduling of courses prior to the exam to ensure maximum credit for the exam.

Advanced standing credit may also be earned for ADMN 1308 - Office Procedures through prior work experience. Students must provide the program with evidence of three years of full-time work experience, e.g., copies of job descriptions, letters of reference from supervisors, reports, office communication, and other documents which would verify the type of work performed. Students should consult their assigned advisor for specific instructions on preparing the work documentation portfolio.

Credit for ADMN 1302 - Keyboarding/Formatting I, ADMN 1305 - Business English, ADMN 1308 - Office Procedures, and ADMN 1310 - Business Communications can be earned through credit by examination. Successful completion of Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams may also be considered for credit. Students should consult their advisor for details.

NOTES:

Additional course requirements: The Tennessee Board of Regents requires that students either demonstrate the appropriate skill levels in math, reading, and/or writing before enrolling in college-level courses or enroll in appropriate co-requisite experiences with college-level courses to develop competency in those skills while performing college-level work. ACT/SAT scores, classic ACCUPLACER test scores, next-generation ACCUPLACER test scores, or other relevant information determine whether a student needs to enroll in co-requisite courses in math, reading, and/or writing (English).

Internships can be an important addition to a student’s formal classroom work. Administrative Professional Technology Internship may substitute for technical courses with the prior approval of the instructor. The Career Services Office will provide the correct course numbers.

* This course is part of the general education core.