Admin · Foundation level
Admin Foundation exam
Shows employers you have the core skills, the right habits and the English to start in a admin role from day one.
Who this exam is for
Final year students and recent graduates (within the last two years) who want their first role in admin.
Part A · Written paper 40 marks · 90 min
- Email, calendar and diary management
- Spreadsheets and document formatting
- Records, filing and data protection basics
- HR and onboarding paperwork
- Meeting notes and minutes
- Business writing in English
Part B · Practical task 35 marks · 30 min
Foundation level task
Organise a busy week in a shared calendar and tidy a spreadsheet of contacts.
Part C · Viva voce 25 marks · 15 min
- Walk the assessor through your work
- Scenario: two directors want the same slot
- Handling a confidential request
- Clarity and fluency in English
Roles this can lead to
Admin assistantVirtual executive assistantData and records officerHR administrator
A certificate is a record of your skills. It does not guarantee a job offer.
Eligibility
- 18 years or older with valid government photo ID
- In your final year of study, or graduated within the last two years
- A computer with a webcam, microphone and stable internet
- Not eligible if you have a pending criminal case, an unspent criminal conviction or ongoing legal proceedings related to fraud, dishonesty or violence