Earn Industry-Recognized Certifications
Our Microsoft Office Certification program, offered in partnership with Maricopa County, provides you with hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications to prepare you for entry-level roles at no cost to you! This program prepares participants to earn the MOS Associate Certification by developing proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, you will gain the skills to create professional documents, impactful presentations, and data-driven spreadsheets. You will have the opportunity to take the certification exam in each of the three areas. Upon passing the three exams, you will earn the Microsoft Office Associate Certificate and be able to demonstrate your ability to apply Microsoft Office tools effectively in workplace settings.
We are no longer accepting applications for this program.
What Careers Can This Certificate Lead To?
A Microsoft Office Associate Certificate prepares you for in-demand office and business support roles across many industries. This credential shows employers you have the digital skills needed to succeed in today’s workplace.
Common career paths include:
- Administrative Assistant
- Office or Program Coordinator
- Customer Service or Client Support Specialist
- Accounting or Bookkeeping Assistant
- HR or Operations Assistant
- Medical or Education Office Support (non-clinical)
This certificate can be a first step toward career advancement, helping you qualify for entry-level roles now and build skills for future growth.
Classes have already started in all locations. Future dates and locations are TBD.
The Microsoft Office Certification program is offered in-person over 9-11 weeks in the following communities:
Buckeye
Dates: June 1 - July 31
Days: Monday - Thursday
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Verrado High School | 20050 W Indian School Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85396
Guadalupe
Dates: June 1 - August 10
Days: Monday - Thursday
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: South Mountain Community College Guadalupe Center | 9233 S Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe, AZ 85283
Surprise
Dates: June 1 - August 10
Days: Monday - Thursday
Times: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa University Arizona (OUAZ) | 15950 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ 85374
Job Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, office and administrative support occupations are expected to have millions of job openings each year due to workers retiring or changing careers. These roles remain essential across industries such as healthcare, education, government, and business.
Employers consistently seek candidates with strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills to support daily operations, manage data, and communicate effectively. Earning a Microsoft Office Associate Certificate helps demonstrate these in-demand skills and can improve your competitiveness in the job market.
Disclaimer
This publication was made possible by the Arizona Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GOYFF) in partnership with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) through grant number GR-WIOA-GOYFF-100123-00. The views, opinions, or policies expressed belong solely to the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the GOYFF, DES, Employment and Training Administration (ETA), or Department of Labor (DOL).