Course Details

  • Course Code: UKVC19SEC
  • Location: Online
  • Duration: 3.0 hours
  • Cost: £299.00
  • Qualification: All modern browsers and devices

Further Details

  • Course Access: 12 months
  • Exams Included: Yes
  • Compatibility: All major devices and browsers

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The Effective Secretary

Secretaries are an integral part of any team. What once started as a simple role of keeping secrets and relaying messages has over time progressed into a career in and of itself.

Secretaries are the ones who are responsible for keeping the team organised, informed and working towards the set goals determined by upper management. But there is definitely far more to this simple role than meets the eye.

People who take the time to understand what it means to be an effective secretary often benefit from a deeper understanding about the job, develop a better sense of professionalism, and get to perfect their office skills, among many other benefits. Being a secretary is more than paperwork, it comes with many responsibilities and opportunities for growing professionals.

This course will give you all the information you need to become an effective secretary.

You Will Learn:

  • About the different types of secretaries and related professions
  • About the role of an effective secretary and their responsibilities
  • About the certifications, qualities and skills needed to become and effective secretary
  • About the various challenges and perks of working as a secretary for both men and women

The Benefits of Taking This Course:

  • Understand how to develop your skills which will help in various office settings
  • Understand how different industries use secretaries with different skill sets
  • Gain knowledge that can help you become an integral part of any office team
  • Gain a deeper understanding of business, business protocols and the day to day business interactions with clients


Course Modules/Lessons

Module 01: Types of Secretarial Positions

Module 02: The Role and Responsibilities of a Secretary

Module 03: Certifications, Skills and Qualities of an Effective Secretary

Module 04: The Perks and Challenges of Working in a Secretarial Position

Example Certificate


Certificate No CERTIDNO
This certificate is to verify that
Your Name

has successfully completed the
THE EFFECTIVE SECRETARY CERTIFICATE
on the
14th December 2024

Daniel Morgan
Head Tutor
Igrow Academy

This certificate can be verified online at:
https://igrowacademy.co.uk

START THE THE EFFECTIVE SECRETARY CERTIFICATE NOW



FAQ's

  • Who can take the Effective Secretary Certificate course?

    Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

  • What is the structure of the course?

    The course is broken down into 4 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

  • Where / when can I study the course?

    You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

  • Is there a test at the end of the course?

    Once you have completed all 4 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 4 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

  • What is the pass mark for the final test?

    The pass mark for the test is 70%.

  • What happens if I fail the test?

    If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

  • When will I receive my certificate?

    Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).

  • How can I pay?

    You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

  • How long after payment can I begin the course?

    You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

  • How long does it take to complete the Effective Secretary Certificate course?

    We estimate that the course will take about 3.0 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

  • How long is my certificate valid for?

    Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
Go at your own pace. There are no time limits for this course.
This course is compatible with all modern devices and browsers.
On completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate.
We are here to help if you have any problems.