National College

Founded in 1886, National College has been an area leader in education, bringing to the Southeast a tradition of excellence, a vision for the future and a commitment to help people just like you achieve success they deserve.

At National College, we understand the needs of working adults, and our programs are designed to help you get your education without having to give up your job or your life. We give you the advantages of:

• Career-specific programs that focus on real-world skills
• Day and evening classes to fit your busy schedule
• Personalized attention in small classes with a 12:1 student-teacher ratio
• Instructors who are professionals in their fields
• Professional job placement assistance after graduation
• Financial assistance for those who qualify

Martinsville Campus

The first Southside Virginia campus of National College began serving Patrick and Henry Counties in 1978, and quickly built a reputation among students seeking new careers in the fields of management, computers, accounting and health care.

The college's location on Church Street is strategically located in downtown Martinsville, and easily reached from business routes 220 and 58.

Associate of Science in Business Administration - Accounting

This program is designed to train junior executives and professional accountants, in both public and private practice. Graduates will have skills in the technical subjects of accounting and taxation while also being capable of grasping a range of problems in the field of business. In addition to the principal course of study, students in this program will receive a background in computers, business organization, business law, human resource management and oral communications.

Associate of Science in Business Administration - Management

The Associate of Science in Business Administration responds to the increasing demand for managers with an extensive curriculum that spans from organizing a business and understanding employee behavior, to managing the overall operations of a company. Other areas of study include success through the art of decision-making and effective planning. In addition to the principle course of study, students in this program will receive a background in computers, business organization, business law, human resource management and oral communications.

Associate of Science in Administrative Office Professional

This program prepares graduates for being a professional office employee with skills in managing time, paper and people in order to assist the busy executive. This degree program offers students the ability to concentrate in one of three highly popular fields: medical, executive and legal secretarial. Course work will vary based on which field the student focuses on. These professionals are highly trained specialists with typing, keyboarding, word processing, accounting, English and business skills.

Diploma in Accounting

The accounting diploma program is designed to meet the need for training in fundamental business practices with an emphasis on general accounting and business principles. This program gives the graduate the training that is needed to take the first step into an entry-level position, as well as the background necessary to grow professionally.

Diploma in Accounting Office Assistant

This program provides the fundamental skills in accounting to enable a graduate to get into the workforce quickly, while laying a solid foundation for further study in accounting and business leading to an associate, bachelor's or master's degree.

Diploma in Business Administration

The business administration diploma program is intended to provide a fundamental knowledge of business principles and practices. Students receive training in both theoretical concepts and the application of those concepts to business specific situations.

Diploma in Administrative Office Specialist

A graduate from the Administrative Office Specialist program has acquired the skills necessary to maintain schedules and files, correspond, organize paperwork and manage the day-to-day operations of an office. Students also receive a background in computers, business organization, business math and oral communications.

Diploma in Computerized Office Applications

The computerized office applications curriculum is designed to provide training and education for a specialized career making use of Microsoft® Office, the world's most popular suite of office software products. This program places emphasis on developing strong computer applications skills and a basic keyboarding background. Based on the applied curriculum the student will be well equipped with advanced instruction to be successful in this field.

The classes in this program can prepare you to successfully complete the Microsoft® Office Specialist (MOS) examination.

Diploma in Supervisory Management Specialist

Perfect for the new first-line supervisor, this program offers a thorough introduction to the field of business management. Completion of this program will prepare graduates for supervisory positions while allowing pursuit of additional study leading to an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in business administration.

Information

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