Starting a Career - Administrative Assistant

I have recently decided to make a career change. I am currently a highschool teacher and have decided that being an administrative assistant is more up my alley. I have been researching the position, its responsibilities, and any skills required. As a computer teacher, I believe I can meet all computer requirements. As a teacher, I believe I can meet many other requirements including teamwork, professionalism, organization and time management. My question comes down to the education associated with being an administrative assistant. Do I need it? What are my chances of getting an administrative assistant position without administrative assistant specific education? Where is this education offered? Can I complete it online? How long is it? I have been looking around and finding varying information that always seems vague...help :)

There are various ways of the learning the administrative assistant field. Some people attend business school, while others start out with on-the-job training at entry level and work their way up to more advanced positions.

I'm presuming as a teacher you have the summer off to pursue other employment. I would suggest registering with a temporary agency during the summer to get a feel for what the field is like and to also get some experience. Perhaps you could seek employment with a company that is in line with the subject you teach. Since you are in the education field, working in the administrative end of a college or school would be an excellent place for you since you are coming from that background.

All the best to you as you endeavor to make your career change!

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