Virginia's Administrative Support pathway prepares students for careers as office professionals, administrative assistants, and business operations support personnel—essential roles in every sector. This pathway develops office management skills, communication abilities, and business technology proficiency.
Students study office management, business communication, records management, customer service, technology applications, and professional workplace practices. They develop proficiency with office software, manage administrative tasks, and practice professional business communication.
Graduates work as administrative assistants, office managers, executive secretaries, customer service representatives, or office coordinators. Administrative roles exist in every Virginia business and government sector. Advanced students may pursue business management programs.
Administrative Support at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's administrative support standards address office management, business communication, information management, and workplace professionalism. Standards emphasize technology skills and customer service excellence.
Students demonstrate competency through office simulation projects, communication assessments, and software proficiency tests. The state integrates Microsoft Office and professional certification.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Business Communication Fundamentals |
| Office Management and Operations |
| Business Technology and Software |
| Professional Workplace Practices |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - PowerPoint
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Access
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Outlook
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist Expert - Word
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist Expert - Excel
- ✓QuickBooks Certified User
- ✓IC3 Digital Literacy Certification
- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Administrative Assistant
Entry LevelSalary range: $37,390 - $55,340
Office Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $95,580 - $171,910
Customer Service Coordinator
Entry LevelSalary range: $35,040 - $48,370
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern in corporate offices, government agencies, and professional service firms throughout Virginia.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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