Microsoft Office Specialist

This fully online, no-cost independent study allows students to earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certificates in Word, Excel and/or PowerPoint 365. The MOS designation assures potential employers of high-level Office 365 skills, along with strong problem-solving & time management abilities. The MOS certificate is an Industry Recognized Credential students can earn from home, increasing employability & opening the door to the administrative career pathway. MOS certificates also act as a solid foundation for future training, leading to careers in IT, Project Management, Education, Health Care & more. 

Most students can earn a single MOS certificate in as little as 8 weeks, & are welcome to earn all three once enrolled with the program. 

Please note: Students are not required to have an Office 365 subscription to enroll in class, but they will need access to the fully-featured, installed version of the software to complete 2-3 projects per certificate. Public access to Office 365 is often available on public computers at libraries & CareerForce labs, or at local Adult Education sites. 

To learn more about course requirements, onboarding dates, or to request enrollment, please click the MOS Information link under Additional Information.

Seats are filled on a first come, first served basis, & tend to fill quickly.