Daphne Brown:
BST Instructor
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Program Description and Nature of the Work

The Business Systems Technology Program is designed to provide the student with experiences which will prepare them for a successful career in the business world.  Along with the development of clerical skills, students obtain proficiency in keyboarding and the use of applications software and technology to perform a wide variety of office functions.  A comprehensive study of computer fundamentals builds familiarity with terminology as well as office skills.

The program is designed to give you various clerical skills in many areas, including Data Entry, Payroll Clerk, Receptionist / Customer Service Representative, Accounting, Information Processor, Bookkeeper, Administrative Assistant, Medical Insurance Clerk, Legal Secretary and Medical Secretary.

Students have the opportunity to work and experience extensive "hands-on" training with modern office equipment and computer software.  Each phase of the program is carefully structured and since the program is completely self-paced, every student may reach maximum skill level regardless of previous office training or experience.

Course Awards and Length

 
  •   Accounting Assistant                                                                                                                           Diploma                                             1296 hours
  • Legal Administrative Assistant
Diploma 1296 hours
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
Diploma 1296 hours
  • Administrative Assistant
Diploma 1296 hours
  • Medical Coding/Health Information Technician
Diploma 1296 hours
  • Information Processing Support
Certificate 864 hours
  • General Office Assistant
Certificate 432 hours

Course Objectives:

To prepare students for entrance into a business career; or having entered such a career to render more efficient services therein and to advance their present levels of employment to higher levels.

To alert students of the career opportunities available to them and be informed of the educational and experience requirements necessary for success in these occupations.

To develop in the student such qualities as good judgment, poise, dependability, loyalty, cooperation, initiative and tact.

To develop particular courses or make changes in the curriculum or skills as the need arises created by rapidly changing occupations and complex areas of job skills.

To develop in the student the skill and efficiency in operating modern office equipment. They will not only become computer literate, but will also develop the skills needed to successfully use the computer for completing general clerical tasks.

To develop in the student the ability to work independently using sound decision-making skills while planning and organizing tasks for efficient and timely completion.

To develop in the student the self-confidence and interpersonal skills necessary to function successfully as a modern office professional.