The Certificate in Office Computer Systems is designed to provide the office clerical worker with the computer skills necessary to move to the next level in the organization. The student will learn computer basics, the skilled use of desktop applications such as word processor, spreadsheet, and database software and fundamental Internet concepts as well as the use of Web browser software. An option to learn either production of high quality documents with desktop publishing software, or to improve the quality of the student's writing is provided. Students taking Computer Information Science Courses will have to spend time outside of class working with computers. At the completion of the Program students are encouraged to take the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification in Access. The Program is offered at the Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, White Plains and Yorktown campuses as well as on-line.

Applicants seeking admission must have a high school diploma and should contact the Office of Academic Advising. Applicants must also pass the Mathematics Placement examinations at the MATH 105 level. Matriculated students need only submit a formal application. All students are required to maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 and credits earned in the Program are applicable toward the Associate's and Bachelor's degrees. A maximum of six credits in transfer will be allowed toward a certificate. Ordinarily students pursuing a degree program in a related area will not be allowed to use the courses taken in such a program to satisfy the requirements for the Certificate.

A student who has completed the requirements for a Certificate must apply before graduation.

Certificate Program Fees

Required Courses (15 credits)