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In this tough employment climate, education offers a significant advantage for a job applicant. An individual can even obtain an administration degree in their spare time if they are currently employed. Once someone has completed their degree program, they can use professional groups to find employment and update their skills. With online education and professional organizations, the sky is the limit for a person who is willing to put in a little effort.
Online degree programs have evolved over the years and have lost their former stigma. With more people trying to earn degrees while still trying to work and take care of their family, online education has become a popular choice for many students. With their classroom interaction, student support and chat rooms, online education combines the best of traditional college programs and independent learning. Students can interact with classmates and their instructors in a real time setting to ask questions and work on assignments, but still work on their own if they prefer. This method of obtaining an Administration degree is shorter than traditional schooling, but the work load is just as challenging and the skills learned are in demand.
Once an individual has earned their degree they can turn to professional organizations in their field. Professional organizations are groups where all the members belong to a particular profession. They keep one another informed on the latest information in their field; have workshops that help update skills, and network with one another about job opportunities.
Organizations such as the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) and the Association of Administrative Assistants (AAA) offer meetings, workshops, certifications and networking opportunities for its members. They are a great way to learn more about the profession and the skills needed to succeed as well as job opportunities.
One option for those in the Administration field is to work from home. With the high unemployment rate, many people are turning to self-employment and the flexibility working from home provides. Many organizations hire telecommuters and sub-contractors who work from home because they are less expensive than traditional employees. While employers are looking for those with experience, they will often hire someone who has a degree in the Administration field, and if the applicant has both a degree and experience then they are in demand.
There are organizations for those who are looking to work from home. The International Virtual Assistants Association and the Virtual Assistant Association for Administrative Consultants are two highly recommended organizations that can help people succeed in the virtual world
Obtaining an Administration degree is an important first step in career advancement. Joining professional organizations, however, help a person keep up to date with the trends in their field and hone viable skills. Networking with members of the organization helps people find jobs and opportunities that are available to enhance career success.
Resources:
International Association of Administrative Assistants (IAAP) http://www.ivaa.org
Association of Administrative Assistants (AAA) http://www.aaa.ca/
International Virtual Assistants Association (IVAA) http://www.ivaa.org
Virtual Assistant Association for Administrative Consultants (VACOC) http://www.virtualassistantnetworking.com
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