The Office School
The Office School
The Office School is designed for anyone who wants to progress in the labour market by developing their skills through increased education and for those returning to work after a career break. The program is also ideal as preparation for accounting studies.
The purpose of the program is to improve self-confidence in handling general office work and to promote a positive attitude towards further study. The program focuses on teaching effective learning strategies to strengthen self-confidence and life skills. The program is a collaboration between Framvegis and Promennt and is funded by the Education and Training Service Centre (ETSC).
Courses
- Computer and information technology
- Business calculus
- Accounting
- Computer accounting
- Skills portfolio and CV
- Study diary and goal setting
- Study skills
- Communication
- Services
- Final project
Learning Outcomes
The student is expected to have a knowledge and understanding of:
- Key aspects of general office work with an emphasis on services and accounting
- Accounting structure
- Business calculus
The student shall be able to:
- Perform general office work with an emphasis on services and accounting
- Calculate VAT, percentages and balance the books
The student must be able to apply the general knowledge and skills he/she has acquired to:
- Provide good customer service
- Record and reconcile financial accounts
- Perform general accounting tasks and office work in a professional manner
Admission Requirements
You must be 18 years old or older. Students who have not completed upper-secondary school will be given priority.
Program strucutre
The program is run in collaboration with Promennt and sessions are three times pr. week: Mondays and Wednesdays from 17:30-21:00, and Saturdays from 09:00-12:30. There are no exams, but an 80% attendance rate is required to graduate. We offer live Online learning which means that you can study with us wherever you are in the world.
The program starts on September 18 and graduation is on Desember 18.
Mondays, Wednesdays and from 17:30-21:00 and Saturdays from 9:00-12:30
Length of studies
160 hours.
Price
69.000 kr. Most unions subsidize the fee, check your eligibility with your union.
Credits
You can receive up to 18 credits at the upper secondary school level for your studies.
Further information and registration with our partners at
For further information contact Framvegis, tel. 581 1900, email: framvegis@framvegis.is