Join our Workplace Gems Online Workshop and access the opportunity for Real-World Work Experience.
Age range: 16 to 30 years
NEW Dates: Eight (8) Sessions (October 7th, 9th, 14th and 16th, 21st and 23rd, 28th and 30th 2025)
Times: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Two (2) Check-in Sessions on November 11th and 18th
Online via Zoom
Programme Outline
Discovering Your Professional Identity
Reflect on your strengths, skills, and passions.
Complete a self-assessment and skill inventory worksheet.
Craft a personal brand statement that sets you apart.
Setting Goals for Early Career Success
Define clear and achievable career goals.
Utilize the SMART Goals template for beginners.
What can you do now so you can be more marketable in the future?
Executing Your Goals and Staying Motivated
Understanding the Job Market
The current job market
What are the jobs, skills and competencies of the future?
Crafting Your Résumé and Cover Letter
What should your résumé include?
Preparing Your Cover Letter
Job Seeking Tips
Job Application Etiquette
Recording a Video CV
The Interview - Beating Out The Competition
Conducting Your Research
Creating a favourable first impression
Overcoming the Anxiety
Answering frequently asked interview questions
One-on-One Interview Practice Session
Preparing You for Your Office Duties
Qualities of an Administrative Professional
Duties of an Office Assistant
The Basics of Customer Service
Establishing and maintaining Records Management Systems
Receptionist Skills: Greeting and directing Visitors
Telephone Etiquette
Basics Introduction to Business Writing
Basics of Human Resource Management
What Is HR and Why It Matters
Key HR Functions
Basics of Hiring
HR Tools and Tech
Basic Bookkeeping and Accounting
What Is Bookkeeping vs. Accounting?
Key Concepts and Terms
The Accounting Equation
Tools for Beginners
Starting Off On The Right Foot - Impressing Your Boss
What to expect when you start to work?
Adjusting Your Attitude Toward Work
Demonstrating Positive Work Ethics
Qualities you Should Display at Work
First Check-In Session
Settling Into the World of Work
Coping with Workplace Pressure
Second Check-In Session
Handling Conflict in the Workplace
Personal and Professional Development
Assessment: Participants will be assessed on their Administrative Knowledge, Workplace Readiness, HR and Bookkeeping Basics, and Soft Skills.
Your Investment: $1,175.00 – includes an electronic Workbook and a digital Certificate.
Ask about our Payment Plan and Group Discount!
After successful completion of our Online Programme, participants may have the opportunity to be interviewed for limited internship spots at our participating companies.
At Office Gems we believe that real-world experience is invaluable. By collaborating with industry leaders, we can provide aspiring professionals with the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience
To Register:
If you are interested in registering to be trained and to access the opportunity to be an Administrative Intern, please CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE OUR REGISTRATION FORM.
An Office Gems' Representative will then contact you.
Deadline to Register - October 3rd
