Conferences
Annual events
offering a wide array of educational workshops and hands-on training
including the International Convention and Education Forum (summer), the
Professional Education Conference (spring), and the Certification
Conference (fall). In addition, IAAP Districts, Divisions, and Chapters
hold events and activities at various times of the year. To view a
current listing of upcoming seminars and conferences, click here.
Continuing
Education Studies & Materials
Educational
seminars and materials that focus on the skills an administrative
professional needs are available. These tools will help you master and
keep your current skill sets up-to-date.
IAAP
Connections
A bi-monthly e-newsletter from
International Headquarters designed to keep you informed of the latest
association-related news and views from around the IAAP worldwide
network. Formerly titled IAAP Bits & Bytes, this newsletter
is now delivered via e-mail to all members with valid e-mail addresses
listed on their membership record, with a new format and style designed
to allow a quick read for today's time-strapped, always-on-the-go
administrative professional.
Leadership Opportunities
IAAP offers leadership
opportunities through participation in chapter activities (can be
everything from public speaking, to project management, to strategic
planning, to event planning - skills you might not learn on the job or
through training provided by employers). Holding an office at the
chapter, division, district, or international levels will sharpen your
leadership skills and empowerment. Chairing or participating on a
committee will not only build your leadership skills, but will showcase
your talents and creativity.
Networking
Local and international network of colleagues,
trainers, experts and managers gives members essential information and
insights on office trends and
best business practices. Build
relationships, tap your peers’ expertise, swap ideas, share employment
opportunities and discuss mutual concerns. Networking also enhances your
interpersonal development and expands your comfort zone.
OfficePro
Magazine: The award-winning OfficePro
magazine, published eight-times a year, contains a wealth of
information on new technologies, career development, productivity tips,
office product reviews and other “news you can use.”
Professional Certification
Achieving certification through IAAP is the
international recognized standard of excellence. IAAP offers the
Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) rating and the Certified
Administrative Professional (CAP) programs. Topic areas for IAAP
certification programs include office systems and technology, office
administration, communications, business finance, legal issues,
management and advanced organizational management. To learn more about
attaining these certifications, click here. There is also study materials available at a discounted
rate for members only.
Personal
and Professional Development Resources
Members receive exclusive discounts on more than
250 books and self-study courses, many providing Continuing Education
Units (CEU's). IAAP's Complete Office
Handbook is considered to be
the definitive reference book for today's electronic office. Online training
courses and an Online Associate Degree
program are also available.
To view IAAP current OPTIONS training opportunities,
click here.
To view virtual audio and web
based webinars, click here.
Service and
Support from IAAP Headquarters
A full time staff
is available to assist with
member services, professional development advice, personalize education
and other programs and services. IAAP also disseminates research and
serves as a clearinghouse for information on the administrative
profession.
Are you ready?
If you are ready to begin networking with outstanding
administrative professionals, continue your professional education and
have a chance to increase your leadership skills then join IAAP today by
clicking here. To complete the membership application, click here.