Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 Training GES 801 » 480 hours

1. Should I upgrade to Microsoft 2007?

Microsoft Office used the same menus for almost 12 years. When you open Microsoft Office 97 or Office 2003, you'll see a familiar set of menus and commands. Microsoft Office 2007 is a significant upgrade. The menus and commands have been replaced with colorful Ribbons, and because of the extensive changes, even experienced users will need additional training to make use of the new features in Windows Vista and Office 2007.

2. Should I take Microsoft Office 2003 or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training (Microsoft Office 2007)?

If you're not certain which course meets your needs, please review the Office 2003 and 2007 demonstrations. Which version of Microsoft Office looks like the one you use?

Click here to see Office 2003

Click here to see Office 2007

3. How do I register?

You need to locate a university, college, or educational institution that offers our programs and register with them.

4. How much do the programs cost?

The schools and institutions that offer our programs set the prices. You must locate one of our partner schools or institutions for cost and registration information.

5. Why do I have to locate a school?

ed2go doesn't offer programs directly to the public. We work in partnership with colleges, universities, and educational institutions throughout North America. ed2go is the content developer for the program, but the schools actually offer the programs and provide the certificates upon completion.

6. Can I register for programs if I am an international student? 

Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration. Locate a school for more registration information.

7. Do I ever have go to the school I register with?

Not in most cases. Most of our partner schools and institutions offer telephone or online registration. All of our programs are delivered entirely online, so you never have to go to a class or travel to the school. Locate a school, and contact them for more registration options.

8. What if there is not a school in my area that offers the course I want to take?

You can register with the school that is closest to your zip code (even if it's far away). Since ed2go programs are online, you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration. Locate a school for more registration information.

9. How long does it take to complete a program?

All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you're given an initial six months to complete this program.  Should you need more time beyond the six months, an extension of six months is available at no additional cost.

10. Do I have to buy additional materials?

Your textbooks and online access are included with this program. You'll need to provide your own Microsoft Office 2007 software. ed2go ships all materials via UPS ground service upon registration.

11. Can I get financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Locate a school for more information on this or simply click here to request a loan information form.

12. What happens when I complete the program?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school you registered with.

13. Am I guaranteed a job?

ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

14. Who will be my instructor?

Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail or phone) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful, working professionals in the fields in which they teach.

15. What do I have to have in order to take an online program, and what are the system requirements?

In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

16. Can I use a Mac?

This program is recommended for PC users only.

17. How can I get more information on the course?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button below). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the "Ask a question" button below. You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151. We will answer your questions promptly.

18. When can I start the program?

Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready. Locate a school for registration information.

19. Does this prepare me for actual certification?

This program provides you with the training needed to pass the exam. Once you complete your online certification program, it's time to take your certification exam. Microsoft certification testing is administered by third-party vendors such as Prometric and Virtual University Enterprises (VUE), two leading providers of technology-based testing. Both offer a network of computer-based testing centers with thousands of locations worldwide.

For more information about Prometric, visit www.2test.com. For more information about VUE, visit www.vue.com.

20. I got an extension on the course. Can I get one for my software?

No. The 180 day TRIAL of Microsoft Office 2007 is only good for 180 days. There are no extensions available for the software. The Microsoft Office 180 day TRIAL is a bonus, free of charge, for you but only for 180 days. After that, you will need to find ways to get access to the software to finish your course.

21. Why can’t I activate my 180 day TRIAL of Microsoft Office 2007 to a full version?

The Microsoft Office 2007 Ultimate TRIAL software is a subscription license. The license to use the software is available for 180 days. When the 180 day subscription is done, please uninstall the software. The TRIAL software cannot be updated to a registered licensed version of the software. Microsoft Office 2007 Professional is still available on Amazon.com.