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Welcome, and congratulations on your acceptance into the Administrative Assistant Distance Program.

You are about to begin a very exciting and busy new chapter of your life! The information provided here is intended to help you prepare for the upcoming semester. Please read through it carefully, and contact us if you have any questions.

Essential Information

Below is the list of required courses for this program To complete your course registration, log in to Self Service. For further information and step-by-step instructions, please visit our course registration guide. 

2026 PS Fall

  • ADMI-1000-ADMDL
  • ADMI-1110-ADMDL
  • ADMI-1120-ADMDL
  • COMP-1000-ADMDL
  • ENGL-1000-ADMDL
  • SAFE-1005-ADMDL

2027 PS Winter

  • ADMI-1010-ADMDL
  • ADMI-1115-ADMDL
  • COMM-1095-ADMDL
  • COMM-1310-ADMDL
  • PRAC-1125-ADMDL
  • PROF-1000-ADMDL

Holland College - Key Dates:

  • First Day of Classes (Fall Semester): September 8, 2026
    • Orientation Class for the Administrative Assistant Distance Program will be online on September 10 at 9:00 a.m.  Please see the First Day Details tab for more information.    
  • Last Day of Classes (Fall Semester): December 18, 2026
  • First Day of Classes (Winter Semester): January 5, 2027
  • Last Day of Classes (Winter Semester): April 23, 2027
  • February Break (No Classes): February 22-26, 2027

For a complete list of important dates, please consult the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar: https://www.hollandcollege.com/student-experience/registrars-office/academic-calendar.html

Program Key Dates:

  • On-the-Job Training (OJT) Placement: March 29, 2027-April 23, 2027

Required Books

Textbook List 

Course List 

Personal Development for Life and Work 

10th Edition ISBN 9780538450232 

Professionalism & Interpersonal 

Communications 

The Administrative Professional Technology and Procedures 5th Canadian Edition + MindTap card  

ISBN: 9781778412561

Note: If you purchase this textbook secondhand, you must purchase the MindTap Instant Access ISBN: 9781778412561

You can purchase the MindTap Instant Access through the link provided in the Links to E-books module in the Administrative Assistant 26 – 27 course in SAM when the course starts in September. 

Office Procedures I & II 

Learning Sage 50 Accounting: A Modular Approach 2025, edition.   

I recommend the printed copy of this textbook for ease of working through the content.  

 

Print copy of textbook ISBN: 9781998534128 

OR 

If you decide to go with the e-Book option, please purchase e-Book through the link provided in the Links to E-books module in the Administrative Assistant 26 – 27 course in SAM when the course starts in September. 

eBook 180-day access ISBN: 9781998534135 

Office Finance 

English Brushup, 6th Edition 

ISBN: 9780073513607 

English 

Beskeen - MindTap for Illustrated Series® Collection, Microsoft® 365® & Office® 2021, 2 terms Instant Access 
ISBN 9780357674840 

This is an e-Text please purchase through the link provided in the Link to E-books module in the Administrative Assistant 26 – 27 course in SAM when the course starts in September. 

Computer Essentials 

MyLab Business with Pearson eText Access Code for Impact: A Guide to Business Communication   
ISBN: 9780137831159 

This is an e-Text please purchase through the link provided in the Link to E-books module in the Administrative Assistant 26 – 27 course in SAM when the course starts in September. 

Business Communications 

Typistapp.ca 

Note: This is a cloud-based keyboarding software and you will purchase access to this product directly from the provider 

Typistapp.ca. We will provide the instructions the first week of class. 

Keyboarding I & II 

Required Materials & Tools

N/A

Required Technology

  • A laptop or desktop computer with a built-in or external camera and speakers
  • Headphones/earbuds with a microphone or headset
  • Strong internet connection
  • Printer/scanner

Your First Day

  • Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM
  • Location: Online. A class link will be provided to all students, so please make sure to check your Holland College email daily.
  • What should I bring? Semester 1 Textbooks:
    • Office Procedures I: Administrative Professional (5th Canadian Ed.)
    • Office Finance: Learning Sage 50 Accounting (2025)
    • English: English Brushup (6th Ed.)
    • Computer Essentials: MindTap (Microsoft 365 & Office 2021)
    • Keyboarding I: Typistapp.ca

We will begin our first day (September 10th) with a virtual class (a link will be provided) at 9:00 a.m. During this class time, we will review each course for Semester 1, discuss additional resources, and review the orientation information for the 2026 - 2027 school year. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

A Message from the Program

Welcome to the Administrative Assistant Distance Program! You are about to begin an exciting journey that will prepare you with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence for today's dynamic workplace. You will develop expertise in key areas such as office procedures, communications, organizational skills, technology applications, and professional workplace practices. You will be encouraged to engage actively, think critically, and apply your learning through practical, real-world assignments that reflect today's workplace expectations.

Contact Information

Welcome Hub
Find everything you need for September, from event schedules to resources and helpful checklists.
College Kickstart
Complete our online pre-arrival program to get ready for the year ahead and learn about available support services.