Data Entry Certificate

The purpose of the Data Entry I certificate is to provide classroom and simulated office experience in preparation for entry-level employment for data entry operators.

Graduates of the Data Entry I program locate employment in public and private organizations and agencies of all sizes and missions. Beyond entry-level positions as operators, one may advance to department supervisor.

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Required Courses

Course #	Course Name	Credits
SDV153	Pre-Employment Strategy	2
MGT145	Human Relations in Business	3
ADM138	Data Entry	3
Total credits required to complete this certificate		8

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Key with accuracy and speed (minimum of 8,000 key strokes per hour)
• Operate data entry terminal
• Routine work involving sitting for long periods of time
• Positions as data entry operator, computer operator, data control clerk, keyboard, input clerk, media librarian, word processing trainee and inventory clerk

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity, accurate typing
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Work on your own
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Work with details

What Else Should I Consider about this Special Certificate?

• Because of such a short training period, attendance every day is necessary