Longer Courses/Qualification Programmes
SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Professional Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant and Administration Skills
The Level 3 Certificate (equivalent to A-Levels) aims to give aspiring and existing PAs, EAs, secretaries and administration staff the foundation to excel in their role. It's an excellent pathway for anyone who wants to gain a recognised formal qualification as a PA, EA, secretary or administrator.
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This is a modular qualification which consists of 5 course units. Each unit is delivered over 1 or 2 days, in our Manchester Academy. Students are then assessed on the 5 units, through some written assignment, such as an assignment or report. Students usually complete the course in 9-12 months, though it may be possible to complete the course sooner if you fast-track your learning with dedicated study time and by choosing the right course dates. You’ll achieve this qualification by attending approximately 6 days of attendance (plus self-study) over your course duration.
SFJ Awards Level 4 Certificate in Business and Administrative Management
This Level 4 Certificate programme (equivalent to a HNC or the first year of a bachelor’s degree) has been specifically designed for experienced PAs, EAs, Office and Administration Managers who are already operating at a more senior level and want to gain a formal qualification in their field.
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The qualification is also ideal for those aspiring to move into a more senior role within business and administrative management. Students usually complete the course in 6-12 months, though it may be possible to complete the course sooner if you fast-track your learning with dedicated study time and by choosing the right course dates. You’ll achieve this qualification by attending just 6-8 days of study (plus homework) over your course duration.
Level 4 EA Diploma
The Advanced Executive Assistant Diploma. A formal qualification programme,
exclusive to Adam Fidler Academy
Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Leadership
The Level 5 Diploma is broadly equivalent to the second year of a 3-year BA (Hons) degree course, or the final year of a 2-year foundation degree.
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This course is designed for those already working in a senior support role or at middle- to senior-management level wishing to gain recognition and a further understanding of business operations, the management function and business studies. It’s an ideal routeway for support staff who would like a degree-type qualification, that can be studied flexibly whilst working full-time, and that is tailored for those working as a senior EA, business assistant, business manager or operations manager.
Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
The Level 6 Diploma is a degree-equivalent, being the same as the third year of a 3-year BA (Hons) degree course, or the final year of a full degree.
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The course is aimed at business support staff who are responsible for overseeing and managing an admin function, and contributing through strategic insights, planning and operations management. The programme is designed for experienced business support staff who wish to gain the professional status of an academically equivalency of a full degree, to obtain a promotion into junior- or middle-management, or director-level roles.
