Why ODU for an online Microsoft Office Specialist program?

Our Microsoft Office certification program provides comprehensive training in essential workplace productivity tools. It begins with foundational skills and progresses to intermediate and advanced topics in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.

You will develop the ability to create professional documents, manage data efficiently, and enhance workplace productivity.

ODU can also help you earn the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification, with the opportunity to take up to five Microsoft certification exams. Passing any one of them earns you the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.

When you complete the program, you will be equipped with the skills and credentials to excel in any professional setting.

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Students interested in the Microsoft Office Specialist program must have a:

  • High school diploma or a GED;
  • Working version of Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365;
  • Windows Operating System prior to applying

Boost your productivity and career potential with expert Microsoft Office training. Enroll today in ODU’s certification program and get ready to earn your MOS certification.

April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026                                                                     

May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026      

June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026

Access course materials 100% online and study from any location. This program is fully asynchronous, allowing you to set your own schedule and progress at your own pace.

You can start anytime, and while the program is designed to be completed in 7 weeks, you will have up to one year to finish the coursework and take the exam. The exam fee is included.

Students interested in the Microsoft Office Specialist program must have a:

  • High school diploma or a GED;
  • Working version of Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365;
  • Windows Operating System prior to applying

Boost your productivity and career potential with expert Microsoft Office training. Enroll today in ODU’s certification program and get ready to earn your MOS certification.

April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026                                                                     

May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026      

June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026

Access course materials 100% online and study from any location. This program is fully asynchronous, allowing you to set your own schedule and progress at your own pace.

You can start anytime, and while the program is designed to be completed in 7 weeks, you will have up to one year to finish the coursework and take the exam. The exam fee is included.

CEUS AWARDED
14

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are nationally recognized credits that certify participation in professional development and training programs, helping individuals maintain credentials and enhance their skills.

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$2000

Continuing Education can accept payments for courses in several different forms. ODU's helpful staff can assist you in determining if you might qualify for any number of various funding options that could assist you with non-credit continuing educational opportunities to improve your marketability and advance your career.

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Includes Exam Fees

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Refund Policy

To withdraw from this course, you must send a request in writing to cepd@odu.edu seven days prior to the class start date and before starting the course. Failure to attend a course does not constitute withdrawal. Course registration fees, less a $100 processing fee, will be refunded back to your original form of payment. There are no refunds once you have logged in and the class has begun.

Careers for a Microsoft Office Specialist

Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Growth
-5.1%
Median Salary
$50,680
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
Growth
0.2%
Median Salary
$70,310
Office Clerks, General
Growth
-5.6%
Median Salary
$40,480
Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other
Growth
-7.7%
Median Salary
$43,230
Customer Service Representatives
Growth
-5.0%
Median Salary
$39,680