Founded in 1886, National College has been an area leader in
education, bringing to the Southeast a tradition of excellence, a
vision for the future and a commitment to help people just like
you achieve success they deserve.
At National College, we understand the needs of working adults,
and our programs are designed to help you get your education
without having to give up your job or your life. We give you the
advantages of:
The hometown of Thomas Jefferson has been home to National
College since 1979. Lodging and tourist attractions are central
to the local economy, so the Charlottesville campus features the
Tourism and Hospitality degree and diploma programs along with
its other career options. Located at the intersection of Highway
29 and Hydraulic Road, the campus is easily accessible from Route
250 and Interstate 64.
This program prepares graduates for being a professional office
employee with skills in managing time, paper and people in order
to assist the busy executive.
This degree program offers students the ability to concentrate in
one of three highly popular fields: medical, executive and legal
secretarial. Course work will vary based on which field the
student focuses on. These professionals are highly trained
specialists with typing, keyboarding, word processing,
accounting, English and business skills.
Associate of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
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This program is designed to train junior executives and
professional accountants, in both public and private practice.
Graduates will have skills in the technical subjects of
accounting and taxation while also being capable of grasping a
range of problems in the field of business. In addition to the
principal course of study, students in this program will receive
a background in computers, business organization, business law,
human resource management and oral communications.
Associate of Science in Business Administration - Management
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The Associate of Science in Business Administration responds to
the increasing demand for managers with an extensive curriculum
that spans from organizing a business and understanding employee
behavior, to managing the overall operations of a company. Other
areas of study include success through the art of decision-making
and effective planning. In addition to the principle course of
study, students in this program will receive a background in
computers, business organization, business law, human resource
management and oral communications.
Associate of Science in Tourism and Hospitality
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Our Tourism and Hospitality program prepares students for
exciting careers with airlines, hotels, cruise ships, travel
agencies, restaurant/bars, resorts, theme parks, tour companies,
reservation centers, visitor/convention services and many other
travel-related businesses. The Center provides students an
opportunity to earn highly coveted designations and
certifications in key skill areas including management, sales
& marketing, customer service excellence and several tourism
product knowledge subjects.
Associate of Science in Web Design
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Designed with the input and assistance of students, graduates and
members of the business community, this program offers hands-on
instruction in web-based programming and networking while also
helping students build a solid foundation in fundamental
principles of visual design.
Through their coursework students develop, maintain, and update
website content and also deploy security features to protect
against unauthorized use. National's Web Design program can help
graduates launch careers in various fields involving IT and web
development.
Diploma in Accounting
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The accounting diploma program is designed to meet the need for
training in fundamental business practices with an emphasis on
general accounting and business principles. This program gives
the graduate the training that is needed to take the first step
into an entry-level position, as well as the background necessary
to grow professionally.
Diploma in Accounting Office Assistant
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This program provides the fundamental skills in accounting to
enable a graduate to get into the workforce quickly, while laying
a solid foundation for further study in accounting and business
leading to an associate, bachelor's or master's degree.
Diploma in Administrative Office Specialist
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A graduate from the administrative office specialist program has
acquired the skills necessary to maintain schedules and files,
correspond, organize paperwork and manage the day-to-day
operations of an office. Students also receive a background in
computers, business organization, business math and oral
communications.
Diploma in Business Administration
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The business administration diploma program is intended to
provide a fundamental knowledge of business principles and
practices.
Students receive training in both theoretical concepts and the
application of those concepts to business specific situations.
Diploma in Computerized Office Applications
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The computerized office applications curriculum is designed to
provide training and education for a specialized career making
use of Microsoft® Office, the world's most popular suite of
office software products. This program places emphasis on
developing strong computer applications skills and a basic
keyboarding background. Based on the applied curriculum the
student will be well equipped with advanced instruction to be
successful in this field.
The classes in this program can prepare you to successfully
complete the Microsoft® Office Specialist (MOS) examination.
Diploma in Supervisory Management Specialist
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Perfect for the new first-line supervisor, this program offers a
thorough introduction to the field of business management.
Completion of this program will prepare graduates for supervisory
positions while allowing pursuit of additional study leading to
an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree in business
administration.