- Course Last Updated: 21st September 2025
Professional Executive Assistant Course
The Professional Executive Assistant Course takes the average student six to eight weeks to complete
- Six Units of Executive Assistant Training
- Quick and Easy Online Exam
- Content Updated Monthly
- Payment plans available
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Here's What You'll Learn in our Professional Course
Unit One - Introduction to Executive Assistant Roles and Responsibilities
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to be an effective executive assistant.
- Learn about the day-to-day responsibilities of the role and how to manage them with ease.
- Discover the importance of confidentiality and discretion and how to navigate sensitive information.
- Develop skills that will help you become a trusted and valued member of any executive team.
- Start your journey towards a rewarding career as an executive assistant.
Unit Two - Essential Skills for Executive Assistants
- Learn communication skills that will help you effectively communicate with executives and team members.
- Develop time management skills to help you prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
- Master organizational skills to help you manage complex calendars, schedules, and projects.
- Build interpersonal skills to help you effectively handle conflict and build professional relationships.
- Gain a competitive edge in the job market with a strong foundation in essential executive assistant skills.
Unit Three - Managing Executive Calendars and Meetings
- Learn strategies to manage busy executive calendars and schedules.
- Master the art of scheduling and coordinating meetings efficiently.
- Discover how to create effective meeting agendas and materials.
- Develop skills to take accurate meeting minutes and follow-up on action items.
- Learn how to help executives stay organized and focused, and make a positive impact in your organization.
Unit Four - Administrative Tasks and Document Management
- Develop effective email management strategies to help you stay on top of correspondence.
- Learn how to handle phone calls and messages professionally and efficiently.
- Master record-keeping and filing systems to help you stay organized and maintain accurate records.
- Discover best practices for travel planning and expense management.
- Develop skills to become an efficient and reliable administrative support to executives and teams.
Unit Five - Professional Development for Executive Assistants
- Learn strategies to develop strong professional relationships and become a trusted member of the team.
- Discover opportunities for continuous learning and skill development to stay current in the field.
- Develop skills to manage stress and avoid burnout in a fast-paced and demanding role.
- Learn about potential career advancement opportunities and how to prepare for them.
- Gain confidence and expertise as an executive assistant and position yourself for long-term success in the field.
Unit Six - Managing Projects and Teams as an Executive Assistant
- Develop skills to manage and coordinate projects and teams effectively.
- Learn how to effectively delegate tasks and provide support to team members.
- Discover how to establish project timelines and budgets, and monitor progress against goals.
- Develop skills to anticipate potential problems and mitigate risks.
- Become a valuable asset to the executive team by mastering project management and team coordination skills.
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Professional Executive Assistant Course Summary
Who it’s aimed at
Anyone wanting to become an executive assistant, or is a junior executive assistant looking to upskill.
Length of this course
Approximately 20 hours worth of reading, with interactive quizzes. Most students take six to eight weeks to complete, but some can complete it in two to four weeks with dedicated effort.
Cost
$247 One-off payment.
How to Get Started:
- Confirm whether you want to take the Professional Course or the Advanced Course
- Purchase below, either with a one-off payment or using our payment plan.
- You'll then be given instant access to your student dashboard
- Login and start learning at your own pace, while browsing and download our bonus resources
- Complete the quizzes and assignments as you go
- Sit the quick and easy online exam whenever you feel ready
- You'll then receive your Certified Executive Assistant Professional digital certificate you can add to your resume
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For a limited time, you'll also get these bonuses thrown in for free...
Bonus #1 - Daily Checklist
Our most popular free resource is our Executive Assistant Daily Checklist. It is a simple spreadsheet which lists the most common tasks an executive assistant will need to perform each day.
Normal Value: $37
Bonus #2 - Meeting Agenda Template
When you send a meeting invite, most recipients will expect to be able to review the agenda before attending the meeting. Use this meeting agenda template for you next meeting.
Normal Value: $37
Bonus #3 - Minute Taking Template
One important role of an executive assistant is minute taking, and our template will ensure you capture all the important details so your executive can stay informed about what was discussed at every meeting.
Normal Value: $37
Bonus #4 - Travel Itinerary Template
Managing an executives travel itinerary can be one of the more stressful tasks you’ll need to undertake as an Executive Assistant. One misstep, and it can all turn to shambles. Use our Executive Assistant Travel Itinerary Template to ensure all boxes are ticked.
Normal Value: $37
Bonus #5 - Phone Messages Template
Ensure you capture all the important details of every phone call using our simple phone messages template.
Normal Value: $37
Bonus #6 - Cover Letter Template
If you’re applying for Executive Assistant jobs you’ll need both a CV and a cover letter. Use this cover letter template for Executive Assistants to ensure yours stands out from the crowd.
Normal Value: $37
