Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 222900 - Catalog 2025/2026
Max Nagiel, Department Chair, 386-506-3829, Max.Nagiel@daytonastate.edu
Nathan W. Kotas, J.D., Assistant Chair, 386-506-3511, Nathan.Kotas@daytonastate.edu
School of Business Administration, 386-506-4227
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
To advance student professional success by delivering innovative office administration and legal operations education and opportunities.
Description:
Modern offices demand professionals with technology, communication, and organizational skills. The Office Program at Daytona State College gives you the opportunity to signal that you have successfully learned those valuable skills. Students interested in the legal field can specialize in Legal Operations. Graduates of the Office Program (General or Legal Operations) earn an Associate of Science in Office Administration degree.
The core curriculum emphasizes essential office skills, including communication, data management, software proficiency, and project coordination. The Legal Operations specialization includes American law and the American legal system, legal operations, law office management, and legal technology. AI tools are integrated across the curriculum.
The Office Program includes two embedded certificates—Office Support and Office Management—you can earn while progressing toward the full degree. Graduates also have the option to continue their education with Daytona State's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management.
Whether your goal is a career in general office administration or legal operations, the Office Program at Daytona State College provides the skills and knowledge you need to thrive.
AS Certificates That Lead to This Degree:
The following AS Certificates are embedded within this degree: Office Management - 091400; Office Support (Technical Certificate) - 092600. You may pursue the AS degree and also earn the AS certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue the AS certificates to develop or upgrade your skills. Contact your faculty or academic advisor for details and course options.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Communicate clearly and effectively within an office setting.
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Utilize office software to format documents, manage case data, and organize business information.
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Exhibit professionalism, teamwork, and ethical decision-making in a professional office setting.
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Organize office operations processes and procedures to promote effectiveness and efficiency.
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Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in office operations processes and procedures.
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Analyze business data to support informed decision-making in legal operations.
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Implement industry best practices to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and ethical standards in an office setting.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Additional Completion Requirements
- Earn a grade "C" or better in all program specific and prerequisite courses.
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
General Education
15 Credits
Communication Core (3 credits)
Required General Education course:
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Recommended Math Pathway:
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
| AST1002 | Astronomy | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| CHM1020 | Chemistry in Society | 3 |
| EVR2001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| PHY1020 | Conceptual Physics | 3 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
AMH2010, AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
Additional Required Course
SLS1122: This course is a graduation requirement for students in this A.S. degree.
Specializations:
Office (9 credits)
Legal Operations (9 credits)
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
2nd Semester
Summer Semester
Year 2
1st Semester
| OST1110 | Document Formatting II | 3 |
| APA1711 | Computerized Spreadsheet | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
| MGF2130 | Mathematical Thinking | 3 |
| Natural Sciences Core | 3 |
2nd Semester
Specialization: General Office
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| GEB1011 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| OST2713 | Advanced Computer Software Applications | 3 |
| QMB1001 | Business Math | 3 |
Specialization: Legal Operations
Total: 60