Office Skills Diploma

Employers are always looking for people with practical expertise who add value to their business from day one. If you've just left college, are seeking to work in an office environment or are returning to the workforce after a break, our Office Skills Diploma offers you the option to customise your professional training for the modern workplace. Create a personalised foundation of business skills that will distinguish you in the job market through flexible, self-paced learning with expert guidance available whenever needed.

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Flexible

Study Type

Online, Hybrid or In-centre

Duration

90 hours flexi study or 4 weeks full-time

Training Type

Diploma

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The Office Skills Diploma stands out through its unique flexibility, putting you in control of your professional development. By selecting four courses from our collection of over 200 options, you build a qualification that precisely addresses your career objectives and fills gaps in your skillset. This personalised approach ensures maximum relevance to your specific career path, making every hour of study directly applicable to your future success.

For those entering the job market, switching to an office role, or returning after a career break, this diploma provides immediately applicable skills employers seek. Learn Microsoft applications, develop bookkeeping expertise, master accounting software, or improve your business communication—your training path reflects your aspirations. Our training methodology combines practical exercises with real-world scenarios, preparing you to tackle workplace challenges confidently from day one.

Upon completion, you’ll possess both technical proficiency for immediate workplace application and the confidence to grow your career. Our Course Advisors work with you to design a program suited for administrative support, executive assistance, or financial roles—creating opportunities across multiple sectors with a qualification recognised for its practical value.

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is this right for you?

The diploma programme suits several situations:

Professionals seeking to customise their administrative skillset for specific career goals’
Those new to the workforce who want practical skills with employer-recognized qualifications
Career changers wanting versatile office skills for their new professional direction
Remote workers seeking to enhance their virtual collaboration and digital organisation
CV builders seeking to add in-demand technical qualifications
Busy individuals requiring flexible study options with personal support

award & associatedQualifications

Upon successful completion, you'll earn 90 CPD points, a professional credential that validates your skills to employers and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing learning.

Aims and Objectives

Enhance or change your career for the better. Our Office Skills Diploma has been designed to give you flexibility to choose subjects that meet your needs and which will help you achieve you career ambitions.

Courses Included

Accountancy Courses

Bookkeeping – Module 1

People with strong bookkeeping skills are always in demand. This course is designed to give you an advantage over others with less experience, teaching you…

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Course

Elective courses

AI Certification Courses

AI+ Prompting Fundamentals™

Office skills for the AI workplace. In one day, learn to write clear prompts, choose the right format and review AI output, then add a verifiable AI CERTs badge to your CV. A practical AI administration course.

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Pre-Requisites

There are no pre-requisites for this diploma.

Finance Options

Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –

Self-Funded:

Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
You could opt to pay upfront.

Company Funded:

Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.

What we can help with:

Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
Tailored personnel letters
Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).

* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.

Career Path

This diploma can help open the doors to a variety of careers thanks to its unique set-up. You could work towards any number of office administration careers, such as Medical Secretary, Legal Secretary, PA, EA, or Office Manager. Alternatively, you could use the skills gained with this diploma to kick-start a rewarding career in an accounting role with positions such as Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Assistant.

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Facing redundancy? Looking for a career change? Simply after better opportunities? Whatever your situation, the administrative sector offers remarkable stability and always needs qualified individuals. The opportunities across various industries employ thousands in these positions, with private practices creating more opportunities across Ireland.

Discover how 90 hours of flexible training can transform your professional trajectory.

Maximise your potential with a clear development path that employers are actively seeking. Select your location below to find the centre closest to you and learn more about our custom office skills diploma.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this diploma right for me?

If you’re entering the job market, switching to an office role, returning after a career break or want targeted upskilling, this flexible, self-paced diploma lets you customise your training so every hour of study is directly applicable.

How long does the course take to complete?

The diploma takes approximately 90 hours of flexi study or 4 weeks full-time.

Do I need any previous experience or qualifications?

There are no specific pre-requisites required for this diploma.

How can I study this diploma in Ireland?

You can study Online, Hybrid or In-centre with expert guidance available whenever needed.

What qualification will I receive?

Upon successful completion, you'll earn 90 CPD points, a professional credential that validates your skills to employers and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing learning.

What career opportunities can this diploma lead to in Ireland?

This diploma can open doors to a variety of office administration careers, such as Medical Secretary, Legal Secretary, PA, EA or Office Manager. You could also use the skills gained to start a career in an accounting role such as Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant.

Office Skills Diploma

Start Date

Study Type

Duration

Training Type

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award & associatedQualifications

Bookkeeping – Module 1

Effective Business Communication

Excel

Excel Expert

Google Docs

Microsoft OneDrive

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

PowerPoint

Sage 50 Accounts

Word

Word Expert

Elective courses

AI+ Prompting Fundamentals™

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Company Funded:

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