Professional bodies 5 links
Office Professionals of South Africa SAQA-recognised professional body offering certifications like COP, CMOP, and COM, plus masterclasses and mentorship programs.
World Administrators AllianceGlobal collaboration, resources, and advocacy for admin professionals.
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)Certifications, events, and leadership development.
Institute of Administrative Management (IAM)Professional body offering training and support.
Executive Assistant InstituteOnline certifications and career development.
Training & courses (South Africa) 6 links
Office Administration Short Course Fully online, 3-month course with CPD points and practical admin skills.
SATHU Training Hub Offers in-person and online training across SA and Africa, covering advanced admin, EA, and PA skills. ProspenExecutive Assistant Masterclasses High-level workshops and conferences for EAs, PAs, and office professionals in Sandton and Durban.
Knowles TrainingAdmin Courses Corporate training in office management, communication, and digital tools.
TUTThe Role of Administrative Professionals Covers workplace culture, communication, conflict resolution, and team building for admin professionals.
IEAAExecutive Assistant Courses – Accredited diplomas and certificates for admin professionals.
Free online courses 11 links
Office Administration Certificate Free online course covering South African business practices and admin fundamentals.
iYouth SAOffice Admin Course Directory A curated list of top office admin courses available in South Africa, including free options.
AlisonIntroduction to Office & Administrative Management Free course with career advice, skill-building, and professional development tips.
SecsintheCityFree Online Courses – Curated free courses for PAs and EAs.
Free Audit Courses Learn from top universities. Audit courses for free; certificates available at a cost.
Business & Admin Courses Free short courses with optional certificates from UK institutions.
Free Online Courses Programme Government-backed training aligned with South African industry needs.
Office Admin Course Free beginner-level course covering office communication and admin basics.
Free Office Admin Courses Free courses offered by Technical Vocational Education and Training colleges across SA.
FundiconnectFree Online Learning Guide A guide to finding and enrolling in free online courses across various platforms.
Excel & spreadsheet skills 7 links
Free 12+ Hour Excel Training 26 video lessons covering Excel basics, formulas, charts, pivot tables, and more. No sign-up required.
Excel ExerciceFree Online Excel Training Step-by-step modules on formulas, functions, charts, and data analysis.
Forbes AdvisorFree Excel Courses with Certificates Curated list of quality free Excel courses that offer certificates.
YouTubeExcel for Administrative Assistants by Learnit A full tutorial tailored for admin professionals, covering tables, charts, pivot tables, and dashboards.
Best Excel Courses (Free + Paid) A curated list of top Excel courses, including several free options.
Magazines & publications 7 links
Thought leadership 3 links
Thought Leadership Articles by one of the world’s leading voices in the admin profession, focusing on empowerment and strategy.
Bonnie Low-KramenBe the Ultimate Assistant Articles, workshops, and thought leadership from one of the world’s top EA trainers.
Office DynamicsBlog for Executive & Administrative Assistants Expert insights on productivity, communication, leadership, and career growth.
CV & résumé review 6 links
Free CV Checker AI-powered resume review with instant feedback on impact, style, and ATS compatibility.
Find My ProfessionBest Free Resume Review Services Curated list of top free resume review tools, including Resume Worded, TopResume, and ZipJob.
FreesumesFree ATS Resume Checker Scan your resume for formatting issues, keyword gaps, and ATS readability.
CV Review ExpertFree ATS Resume Scan Instant AI-powered resume analysis with keyword optimization and formatting tips.
CV ReviewerFree AI Resume Scanner No registration required. Get instant ATS compatibility feedback and resume improvement suggestions.
ResumebleExpert Resume Review Free expert feedback within 36–48 hours, including ATS analysis and content suggestions.
Interview practice 10 links
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