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Certificate in Computer Skills for the Office
Get fluent in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with six courses — from basics to advanced — built around what you'll actually do at work.
π― What You'll Be Able To Do
- Build, format, and analyze spreadsheets in Excel — from basic formulas to advanced functions.
- Speed up daily work with Excel tips and tricks for real workflows.
- Format Word documents to professional standards.
- Design PowerPoint slides that support the message instead of cluttering it.
- Apply visual design principles to make presentations land.
πΌ Career Opportunities With This Certificate
- Administrative Assistant — $36K–$70K (approx.) (BLS)
- Financial Clerk / Bookkeeper — $36K–$72K (approx.) (BLS)
- Management Analyst (Entry) — $56K–$170K (approx.) (BLS)
Excel and PowerPoint remain the most-requested baseline skills in U.S. office-job postings — a fast credential to demonstrate fluency. (BLS)
β Why This Fits Your Life
You're balancing work, family, and the goals you've been putting off. NU PACE is built for that.
- 100% Online, Self-paced — learn around your job and family
- 18-month access from the day you enroll
- No application, no prerequisites, no textbooks to buy
β± How Long It Takes
- Finish in as little as 1 week at 20 hrs/wk
- Or 2 weeks at 10 hrs/wk
- Total certificate hours: 18 Hrs
π What You'll Earn
- Certificate of Completion from National University PACE (awarded when all requirements of all included courses have been met)
- 1.8 CEUs — PACE Continuing Education Units
π Requirements to Enroll
No application needed. All learners are eligible to enroll. There are no admission requirements. We recommend learners have a high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills.
π Access Timing
Learners will:
- Get access to their certificate courses approximately 24-48 business hours from the date of enrollment.
- Have access to their certificate courses for up to 18 months from the date of enrollment.
π΅ Refund Policy
We want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding learning experience. If a student is not completely satisfied, we offer a refund policy.
To be eligible, submit a written request with a valid reason within 9 calendar days of registering. The student must not have attempted more than 25% of the course.
Email PACE@nu.edu with your full name, student ID, and course name. Approved refunds are issued within 60 days.
