Skills
 
Business Technology Students at computers - This photo provided by courtesy of Job Corps center operators under contract to the US Department of Labor.Students in the Business Technologies Trade learn such things as proficiency in Windows-based programs, including Microsoft Office, business English and math, alpha and numeric key padding, basic bookkeeping and accounting skills, and receptionist and office procedures.

Students in the Business Technologies Trade will also spend time at a work-based learning site at local businesses—“hands-on training” is a great way to learn!
 
Job Information 
  • Students in the Business Technologies Trade can get MOUS certified, as well as OPAC certified.
  • Students in the Business Technologies Trade can earn free college credit through Tech Prep and Big Bend Community College .
  • Starting wages for graduates of the Business Technologies Trade average from $8-$12/hour, depending where students relocate.
  • Students learn the skills needed to work in a wide variety of jobs, such as data entry, office assistant, receptionist, mail room clerks, and accounting clerk/bookkeeper.