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Diploma in Secretarial Studies

Secretarial Studies develops professional office, communication, shorthand, document-processing and administrative skills. Students learn to organise information, prepare business documents and support day-to-day office operations. The programme prepares graduates for secretarial and administrative roles and provides progression from Craft Certificate to Diploma.

No online payment is required to submit an application.

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Other available levels

CertificateCraft Certificate in Secretarial Studies1 year · KNEC →DiplomaDiploma in Secretarial Studies2 years · KNEC →
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ABOUT THE COURSE

Course overview

The Diploma in Secretarial Studies at Jolearn Training College is a 2 years KNEC-examined programme for learners seeking recognised training in Secretarial Studies. Secretarial Studies develops professional office, communication, shorthand, document-processing and administrative skills. Students learn to organise information, prepare business documents and support day-to-day office operations. The programme prepares graduates for secretarial and administrative roles and provides progression from Craft Certificate to Diploma.

At Diploma level, students move from essential principles to deeper technical, analytical and supervisory competence. The structured modules combine subject knowledge, applied assignments and project work, helping learners make sound decisions, solve workplace problems and take greater responsibility in an organisation. Students study through the available Full-time, Part-time, Online and Self-Paced options, subject to the timetable and practical requirements of each unit.

On successful completion, graduates can pursue opportunities such as Secretary, Administrative Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Administrator. The qualification also provides a route to Diploma in Secretarial Studies or a related business programme. This combination of career preparation and academic progression makes the course suitable for school leavers, working learners and anyone building a long-term career in Secretarial Studies.
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YOUR STARTING POINT

Entry requirements

KCSE C- and above or a relevant Certificate qualification.

Not sure whether you qualify? Contact admissions and we will guide you on the most suitable entry route.

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COURSE CONTENT

Curriculum

Module I

  • Shorthand
  • Economics
  • Computerised Document Processing I
  • Secretarial Duties
  • Entrepreneurship Business Plan
  • Information Communication Technology I
  • Communication I

Module II

  • Computerised Document Processing II
  • Shorthand II
  • Accounting
  • Communication II
  • Information Communication Technology II
  • Commercial and Administrative Law

Module III

  • Computerised Document Processing III
  • Shorthand III
  • Office Administration and Management
  • Information Communication Technology III
  • Statistics
  • Course Specialisation Project

Unit arrangement may be updated in line with current examining-body requirements.

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AFTER YOUR COURSE

Career and progression pathways

  • Secretary
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Personal Assistant
  • Office Administrator
  • Front Office Assistant
  • Progression: Diploma in Secretarial Studies or a related business programme

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