Frequently Asked Questions about IAAP
(FAQ)
What
is IAAP?
The world's largest association for administrative professionals. IAAP offers professional
development, leadership training and networking opportunities for administrative
professionals. IAAP is a non-profit, volunteer association.
Why
do administrative professionals need an association?
Joining a professional association demonstrates your commitment to your career.
Work is most rewarding when we do it with enthusiasm and give it our best.
Through IAAP you will gain knowledge, confidence and contacts that will help you
advance professionally. IAAP works to build a professional image of
administrative professionals in the workplace.
Who
can join?
IAAP membership is open to all persons working in secretarial and office
administration positions, along with business educators, students, firms and
educational institutions. There is no test of sponsorship required. Through IAAP
qualified professionals can test for the certification rating, the benchmark of
excellence in the administrative profession.
Where
do you meet?
Chapters meet monthly with - dinner,
an educational speaker and then a brief business meeting during the evening as well.
What
do I get with a membership?
o Access to a network of proactive
administrative professionals for whom professional development is a top
priority.
o Seminars and workshops: monthly
chapter meetings and several dedicated seminars and workshops throughout the
year.
o Magazines and newsletter:
OfficePro magazine, Florida Division and Chapter
newsletter(s).
Will
I have to volunteer?
Volunteering is not a requirement of membership; however, volunteering is
encouraged. Many members find that taking time to help out at events is a
way to increase confidence, create a large network of peers, learn new skills,
and feel good about themselves. There are many opportunities to volunteer
throughout the membership year.
How
do I find out more?
o
Attend a monthly meeting to meet
the members and get a better understanding of what it's all about.
o
Ask for an information package
with a sample OfficePro, newsletters, programs, and certification information.
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