Extended Learning Office Technology

Extended Learning classes do not contribute to a degree. If you’re interested in an associate degree or transfer to a 4-year university, please visit the Reedley College Pathways page.

All Extending Learning classes are tuition-free. There is health fee paid each semester regardless of the number of classes taken. The health fee is $21 fall and spring semester and $18 for summer for classes on Reedley College campus. For students taking classes exclusively online or off campus, the health fee is $13. Other fees might include materials; the estimated cost for each class can be found in the table(s) below.


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Fall 2024

Please see the Extended Learning Booklet (PDF) for our most popular noncredit course and certificate descriptions.

The Bookkeeping Certificate of Completion prepares students for an entry level position as a bookkeeper. This program emphasizes day-to-day tasks in support of the financial aspects of an office. Students will be able to use application software to prepare source documents, transcribe information, enter and process data on computers, and prepare financial statements. Topics covered in this program include recording sales and accounts receivable; purchases and accounts payable; cash receipts and payments; banking and payroll procedures. Positive communication skills are developed throughout the program.

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT-306  45 hours  Data Entry Using Quickbooks  116 
OT-312A  36 hours  Microsoft Excel Essentials  72 
OT-343  54 hours  Introduction to Bookkeeping  100 

Select One:

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT-312C  36 hours  Spreadsheet Projects  Same text as 12A – 0.00 
OT-316  18 hours  Preparing for a job interview  0 
OT-317  18 hours  Job Retention and Responsibilities  0 

The Receptionist Certificate of Completion prepares the student for an entry-level position as a receptionist. The student will acquire the skills of customer service and greeting customers and visitors; word processing, record keeping and filing, and telephone communications; process incoming and outgoing mail; and, managing voicemail.

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT 301  36 hours  Computer Basics  74.5 
OT 350  45 hours  Beginning Keyboarding  54.75 
OT 344  36 hours  Filing Procedures  132.75 
OT 311A  36 hours  Microsoft Word Essentials  72 
OT 351  45 hours  Championship Keyboarding  48 
OT 305  36 hours  Document Formatting  140.75 
OT 348  27 hours  Today's Receptionist  57.25 
OT 311C  36 hours  Word Processing Projects  Same text as 11A – 0.00 
OT 352  45 hours  Speed Typing  48 

The Office Assistant Certificate of Completion prepares students for an entry level position in an office setting. This certificate emphasizes technical office skills, as well as personal and social skills necessary to attain a position in an office and succeed in the work place. Students will be able to use application software to create and edit documents and spreadsheet; manage a records system; sort and distribute mail; and manage a phone system. Positive communication skills are developed throughout the program.

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT 301  36 hours  Computer Basics  74.5 
OT 350  45 hours  Beginning Keyboarding  54.75 
OT 344  36 hours  Filing Procedures  132.75 
OT 311A  36 hours  Microsoft Word Essentials  72 
OT 306  45 hours  Data Entry Using Quickbooks  116 
OT 351  45 hours  Championship Keyboarding  48 
OT 305  36 hours  Document Formatting  140.75 
OT 348  27 hours  Today's Receptionist  57.25 
OT 311C  36 hours  Word Processing Projects  Same text as 11A – 0.00 
OT 317  18 hours  Job Retention and Responsibilities  0 
OT 352  45 hours  Speed Typing  48 
OT 312A  36 hours  Microsoft Excel Essentials  72 
OT 316  18 hours  Preparing for a job interview  0 

Students will efficiently perform general office work including using application software to create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and database files; managing a records system; applying basic accounting skills; sorting and distributing mail; and managing a phone system. Students will be able to use positive communication skills including skills necessary to attain a position in an office and succeed in the work place.

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT 301  36 hours  Computer Basics  74.5 
OT 350  45 hours  Beginning Keyboarding  54.75 
OT 344  36 hours  Filing Procedures  132.75 
OT 311A  36 hours  Microsoft Word Essentials  72 
OT 306  45 hours  Data Entry Using Quickbooks  116 
OT 351  45 hours  Championship Keyboarding  48 
OT 305  36 hours  Document Formatting  140.75 
OT 348  27 hours  Today's Receptionist  57.25 
OT 311C  36 hours  Word Processing Projects  Same text as 11A – 0.00 
OT 317  18 hours  Job Retention and Responsibilities  0 
OT 352  45 hours  Speed Typing  48 
OT 312A  36 hours  Microsoft Excel Essentials  72 
OT 316  18 hours  Preparing for a job interview  0 
OT 313A  36 hours  Microsoft Access Essentials  59 
OT 343  54 hours  Introduction to Bookkeeping  100 
OT 312C  36 hours  Spreadsheet Projects  Same text as 12A – 0.00 

Upon completion of this certificate, the student will be able to register new patients and assist with form completion, retrieve charts, enter patient data, perform various typing requests, maintain and file treatment records, prepare schedules, call patients with appointment reminders, answer phones and route messages, call the pharmacy for prescription order refills and arrange for a patient's hospital admission. They will also be able to make sure copies of lab test results are mailed to patients and demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks. Keyboarding and computer skills knowledge of word processing applications, thorough knowledge of medical terminology, efficient filing skills, knowledge of the scheduling, registration, or admission process and excellent customer services skills are learned and practiced in this program. This certificate emphasizes technical medical front-office skills, as well as personal and social skills necessary to succeed in the work place.

Course Code  Hours Course Title Material Costs (Estimated)
OT 301  36 hours  Computer Basics  74.5 
OT 350  45 hours  Beginning Keyboarding  54.75 
OT 344  36 hours  Filing Procedures  132.75 
OT 311A  36 hours  Microsoft Word Essentials  72 
OT 306  45 hours  Data Entry Using Quickbooks  116 
OT 351  45 hours  Championship Keyboarding  48 
OT 311C  36 hours  Word Processing Projects  Same text as 11A – 0.00 
OT 352  45 hours  Speed Typing  48 
OT 316  18 hours  Preparing for a job interview  0 
OT 310  54 hours  Medical Terminology  139 
OT 328  36 hours  Medical Office Management Software  160 
OT 342  72 hours  Medical Document Preparation  186 
OT 341  72 hours  Medical Administrative Assistant  86.75