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Working as a Virtual Assistant
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Working as a Virtual Assistant

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Working as a Virtual Assistant

Learn how to provide remote support as a virtual assistant in this free online course that covers a range of careers.
This course provides the skills and tools required to become a successful virtual assistant (VA). We describe the different types of VAs and explain how they manage clients and employ specialised skills to fi... This course provides the skills and tools required to become a successful virtual assistant (VA). We describe the different types of VAs and explain how they manage clients and employ specialised skills to find the right niche in the market. We then lay out the benefits and drawbacks of starting your own remote support business. VAs can earn well while working from home so sign up to take the first step towards a new career in remote support.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Explain the virtual assistance indu...
  • Discuss how to identify your niche ...
  • Explain how to work effectively as ...
  • Describe must-have skills for virtu...
  • Explain the virtual assistance industry and identify the different types of virtual assistants
  • Discuss how to identify your niche and develop a strategy to stand out in the remote support market
  • Explain how to work effectively as part of a virtual team
  • Describe must-have skills for virtual assistants, including time management, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Classify essential tools required to provide remote support
  • Summarize how to manage clients effectively and set reasonable expectations while you build long-term relationships
  • Discuss how use data security measures to protect your clients' information
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EMEDIONG J. Alison Graduate
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I’m so happy to have earned a certificate from this course. I can now start applying for jobs as a virtual assistant. Indeed, the lessons were worth it!
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Ladybird R. Alison Graduate
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I loved this course, Working as a Virtual Assistant, because it has the complete and in-depth information needed by a beginner who wants to transition to a new career. The course assessment was difficult but I managed to pass it. Thank you very much.
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Razaana G. Alison Graduate
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Very informative
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Bernard Katongo L. Alison Graduate
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Gave me insights into the roles and responsibilities of a VA
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Elizabeth Joan A. Alison Graduate
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This module summarizes everything that you like to learn about being a Virtual Assistant. The information it shares is very valuable.
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