Online Class: Personal Assistant 101

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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14Lessons
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16Exams &
Assignments -
330Students
have taken this course -
6Hours
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0.6CEUs
Course Description
Do you enjoy a dynamic, ever-changing workday? If so, the role of Personal Assistant may be perfect for you!
Busy and highly successful people don't have time for all the small, time-consuming, everyday chores most of us consider unavoidable. Instead of allowing such things to interfere, they hire dedicated professionals to manage mundane tasks so they can focus on their own career.
If you've ever wondered what a high-level personal assistant does during a typical workday or considered a career as a "right hand" to a wealthy or famous person, this course is for you. In 14 lessons, you'll learn what types of individuals hire personal assistants, how to prepare and present yourself when seeking a PA position, what to expect during a typical workday, how to create your own "PA tool kit," how to manage your employer's household, the importance of discretion, and much more.
If you enjoy a fast-paced, ever-changing work life, feel comfortable interacting with high-level individuals, and yearn for unique professional experiences, explore your options as a professional personal assistant with this informative course.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction and History
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Assessment: Exam 1
Lesson 2: Skills and Traits of a Good Personal Assistant
Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Exam 2
Lesson 3: How to Embark on the PA Career Path
Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Exam 3
Lesson 4: Tools of the Trade - Part I
Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Exam 4
Lesson 5 : Tools of the Trade - Part II / Technology
Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Exam 5
Lesson 6: Your Professional Persona - Part I
Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Exam 6
Lesson 7: Your Professional Persona - Part II
Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Exam 7
Lesson 8: Understanding Your Role and Setting Boundaries
Assessment: Exam 8
Lesson 9: Self-Care
Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Exam 9
Lesson 10: Travel
Lesson 10 Video
Lesson discussions: Traveling
Assessment: Exam 10
Lesson 11: Managing a Household and Special Projects
Assessment: Exam 11
Lesson 12: Creating Your Own Informational Database
Assessment: Exam 12
Lesson 13: Life After a Personal Assistant Career
Assessment: Exam 13
Lesson 14: Resources
Lesson discussions: Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: Exam 14
Assessment: Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe what a personal assistant is.
- Summarize skills and traits of a good personal assistant.
- Describe how to embark on the PA career path.
- Define tools of the trade.
- Describe your professional persona.
- Describe creating your own informational database.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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