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Become a Certified Personal Assistant in as Little as Four Weeks
Our Most Popular Professional Personal Assistant Course:
Course cost:
Just $247
Or two small payments
Course duration:
6 to 8 weeks of part-time study
Our Guarantee:
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Study towards your Personal Assistant Certification online
Here at the Personal Assistant Institute our mission to enable anyone to become a highly effective personal assistant through our online courses. Whether you are just starting your career as a personal assistant, or are currently a personal assistant wanting to take your career to the next level, our courses are designed to help.
Choose to get your personal assistant certification directly from the Personal Assistant institute because:
- We offer lifetime access, ensuring your study fits in around your other commitments
- Our courses are affordable, starting at just $247
- Our templates, cheat sheets, and checklists come bundled free with our courses, saving you hundreds.
If you’re not happy, we’re not happy, so all of our courses are covered by a rock-solid 30-day money back guarantee.
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Get a Rock-Solid Start to Your Personal Assistant Career
- Build confidence in your professional abilities
- Stand out in job interviews with a certification
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends
- Unlock new career paths & increase your earning potential
- Boost your resume's attractiveness
Then take a quick & easy online exam to earn your Personal Assistant Certification
Choose One Of Our Two Personal Assistant Certification Courses
Who it’s aimed at
The Professional Course is for anyone getting a start in their personal assistant career and needs to learn the essential foundation skills to excel in this industry.
Length of this course
This course consists of approximately 25 hours of reading. There are also interactive quizzes and slides that reinforce the written content. Most students who choose this course can complete it in two to four weeks, although some choose to take longer.
Cost
$247 for lifetime access.
Who it’s aimed at
The Advanced Course is suited for both people new to becoming a personal assistant who want to go the extra mile with additional learning, or for established personal assistants who want to sharpen their skills and boost their career.
Length of course
The Advanced Course contains all the content from the Professional Course, but has an additional four units which can add one to two weeks onto the course duration, depending on the time you are able to commit to learning.
Cost
$498 for lifetime access.
Thrive as a Personal Assistant With Our Affordable Online Training
The personal assistant certification that won’t break the bank
Our goal is to enable anyone who strives to become a personal assistant with affordable and thorough training and to provide them with the downloadable resources they need to succeed in this industry. We are a 100% online and remote company which ensures we can offer the most affordable personal assistant courses online.
Lifetime access & no time limits is our winning formula for stress free learning
When you sign up for your personal assistant certification from the Personal Assistant Institute, you get lifetime access, and there are no time limits imposed on completing the course or exam. Some students charge through the course in one week, others need to put things on hold for 6 months or longer as life gets in the way. We are happy with whatever suits you best.
More than just learning – get full access to our library of resources
Checklists, cheat sheets, and templates are included in every personal assistant course we offer. Our goal is to make your transition into becoming a personal assistant as stress free as possible, and providing you with full access to our ready-made library of resources is one of the ways we achieve this.
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Why choose this Personal Assistant Certification?
Becoming a personal assistant shouldn’t be expensive, or stressfull, which is why we’ve ensured our Personal Assistant Certification course is affordable and flexible.
Here at the Personal Assistant Institute all our courses are offered 100% online, and can be completed in your own time.
Many students choose to complete the course in the evenings, or fit it around other commitments they have.
With lifetime access, their is no time limit on when you need to complete the course to earn your certificate. Sign up, worth through the course work at your own pace, then take the exam when you’re ready.
Simple.
What's included in our Personal Assistant Training?
Unit One - Introduction to the Personal Assistant Role
- Overview of the personal assistant's duties and responsibilities
- Essential qualities and skills of an effective personal assistant
- Understanding the expectations and requirements of different employers
- Start a fulfilling and exciting career path
Unit Two - Preparing for a Career as a Personal Assistant
- Dive deeper into the tasks you could expect as a personal assistant.
- Explore which industry aligns best with your interests, such as corporate, legal, medical, or entertainment
- Identify which skills need improvement & develop a training plan
- Discover how the role fits into your career trajectory and what future positions you may want to pursue
Unit Three - Communication Skills
- Verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
- Professional email and phone etiquette
- Effective listening skills and note-taking
- Managing communication with various stakeholders
Unit Four - Time Management and Organization
- Prioritizing tasks and managing schedules
- Calendar management, including scheduling appointments and meetings
- Introduction to time management tools and software
Unit Five - Travel Arrangements and Event Planning
- Booking travel, accommodation, and transportation
- Itinerary planning and management
- Basics of event planning, from small meetings to larger corporate events
- Handling unexpected changes and emergencies during travel or events
Unit Six - Navigating the Job Market for Personal Assistants
- Discover where and how to find personal assistant jobs
- Understand the role of agencies in your job search
- Explore stepping stone jobs to build your career
- Tips for making a lasting impression on potential employers
- Advanced Course Only
Unit Seven - Celebrity Assistant Essentials
- Build trust and professional rapport with celebrities
- Handle privacy and confidentiality with care
- Learn to manage demanding schedules and tasks
- Common mistakes to avoid as a Celebrity Assistant
- Advanced Course Only
Unit Eight - Preparing Your Resume and Cover Letter
- Craft a resume that stands out to top employers
- Learn the art of impactful cover letter writing
- Tailor your resume for a personal assistant role
- Highlight your skills and experience effectively
- Tips for refining and perfecting your application
- Advanced Course Only
Unit Nine - Specialized Skills and Continuing Development
- Specialized skills tailored to specific industries (e.g., legal, medical, entertainment)
- Keeping up with industry trends and continuous learning
- Building a professional network and advancing in a personal assistant career
- Advanced Course Only
Unit Ten - Frequently Asked Questions
- Get answers to common personal assistant queries
- Learn from real-world questions and expert responses
- Clarify any last minute doubts with comprehensive, insightful answers
- Explore solutions to typical challenges faced by personal assistants
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Can you explain more about the exam?
Completing the exam and obtaining a pass score of more than 170/200 is a requirement to earn the Personal Assistant Certification. The exam is completed online in your own time. If you do not obtain a pass score on your first attempt, we will give you feedback and allow you one retry. The exam is open-book, meaning you can refer to the course content while you are taking the exam.
There is a mixture of multichoice questions and short written answers.
Is this course 100% online?
Yes, we have no physical location and therefore there are no in-person requirements.
Do I earn a certification upon completion of this course?
Yes, once you complete the course, and pass the exam, we will send you a digital certificate personalized with your name, and the date you completed the course.
What is the refund or cancellation policy if I am unable to complete the course or change my mind?
We offer a 100% money-back guarantee, no questions asked.
What is the course format?
The bulk of the learning is done via our written material, and this is supplemented by interactive quizzes and slides to help you retain the knowledge. Once you sign up for a course you’ll get instant access to the student dashboard.
Why is this personal assistant certification cheaper than others?
This is due to a number of reasons. We have no physical location and are a 100% online company. We rely on technology to automate the delivery of the course and the interactive quizzes, so can keep prices down by minimizing the number of staff required. We also make use of virtual assistants (from the Virtual Assistant Institute) to help manage customer service and administration.
Are there any ongoing or recurring fees?
No, there are no ongoing, recurring, or hidden costs involved. We offer two courses, each with a set price that is fully transparent.
What is the total course cost?
The costs of the courses can be compared here. Our Professional Course costs $247 and our Advanced Course is $498.
What are the prerequisites to take a course?
There are no educational prerequisites. Since our personal assistant courses are online, the only requirement is that you own or have access to an internet-connected device to access the course material.
What is the course curriculum?
Each course consists of a number of units. The Professional Course contains six units of material, and the Advanced Course contains these same six units, plus an extra four. You can view what is in these units on the course pages linked above.
