The Complete Foundation Every
EA Needs to Excel

Step into your role with confidence. Master the skills, systems, and strategies every Assistant needs to excel,  and become the professional your Executive can’t imagine working without.

Everything You Need to Thrive as an Assistant. All in One Course

Whether you’re stepping into your first role or you’ve been supporting Executives for years, Assistant Essentials gives you the foundation and confidence to handle anything that comes your way. From managing calendars and travel to running meetings and projects, you’ll master the skills that make you indispensable, while building the confidence to step into your career with authority.

More than 1000 Assistants and businesses worldwide have enrolled in The Assistant Essentials Online Course.

Walk away with the confidence, skills, and strategies to thrive as an Assistant

The Assistant Essentials Online Course doesn’t just teach you theory – it gives you the practical tools, real-world techniques, and confidence you need to thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping up into a bigger role, you’ll finish this course ready to handle any challenge, add value to your team, and build the kind of career you’re proud of.

BY THE END OF THIS COURSE YOU WILL HAVE:

Master Core Assistant Competencies

Stay on top of calendars, deadlines, and priorities so your workplace runs smoothly, and you become the person everyone relies on.

Handle Complex Projects with Confidence

From travel planning to events and meetings, you’ll learn how to organize with precision and calm under pressure.

Communicate Like a Pro

Build stronger relationships with your Executive, colleagues, and stakeholders by communicating clearly and confidently.

Become a Strategic Partner

Anticipate needs, manage priorities, and position yourself as a trusted, indispensable partner to your Executive.

I've undertaken the Assistant Essentials course and learned new strategies as well as having the information reinforce some of my current approaches to the role. This was a big confidence builder for me.

Assistant Essentials

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  • Workbooks & templates you can put into action immediately
  • Engaging video lessons from world-class trainers
  • Ready-to-use swipe files, checklists & resources
  • Practical exercises to complete with your Executive
  • Certificate of completion to showcase your achievement

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Don’t let budget approval stop you from enrolling

Most companies have budgets set aside for professional development – you just need to ask. To make it easy, we’ve created a ready-to-use business case and brochure that you can share with your Executive or L&D team. Hundreds of Assistants have used these tools to secure funding and enrol in the course – without paying out of pocket.

      Over 1000 Assistants have successfully had their training covered by their employer using these resources.

      The Full Assistant Essentials Curriculum

      The most practical and comprehensive Assistant training available today – you won’t just learn skills, you’ll walk away with ready-to-use tools and strategies that make an immediate impact in your role.

      • Advice for a first-time Assistant
      • Five things to do when starting a new Assistant Role
      • Case Study: Starting a new Assistant role and what you need to know
      • How to thrive, not just survive as an Assistant (3:05)
      • CHECKLIST: First 30 days in the Assistant role
      • Confidence is key for Assistants (4:16)
      • Stepping out of your comfort zone (3:46)
      • Discretion at work for Assistants
      • Improving your attention to detail
      • How to add value as an Assistant (4:33)
      • Working on your own initiative and being proactive as an Assistant
      • CHECKLIST: What are your key competencies?
      • CHECKLIST: Are you using these soft skills to enhance your work?
      • BONUS: Anticipating needs (24:09)
      • BONUS: Effective communication (31:32)
      • 10 habits of a Highly Organised Assistant
      • Filing systems for the organised Assistant
      • Managing the flow of information (6:08)
      • TEMPLATE: Standard daily routine for an Assistant
      • BONUS: Dealing with and remembering requests (34:29)
      • What tasks should Assistants manage?
      • Greeting guests and making a great first impression
      • How to sign off correspondence on behalf of your Executive
      • Managing expenses
      • Managing vacation records
      • Working with suppliers
      • Questions to ask your Executive before conducting research
      • TEMPLATE: Capturing messages
      • TEMPLATE: Vacation records
      • QUESTIONNAIRE: Initial Questions to ask a new supplier
      • What to think about before organising a meeting
      • Effective Committee meeting management
      • WORKFLOW: Managing board packs and supporting papers
      • Taking minutes – the essential requirements
      • The five questions to ask before you take minutes at a meeting
      • CHECKLIST: Setting up the meeting space
      • TEMPLATE: Meeting email templates
      • TEMPLATE: Meeting agenda
      • TEMPLATE: Minute-Taking
      • CHEAT SHEET: 100 descriptive words to incorporate into your minutes
      • CHECKLIST: Are you prepared to attend this meeting?
      • BONUS: Managing effective meetings (19:53)
      • Managing travel plans for your Executive
      • Get the best hotel rates for your Executive
      • Booking a hire car for your Executive’s trip
      • Managing your Executives while they are on the road
      • Managing travel delays
      • Questionnaire: How does your Executive like to fly?
      • TEMPLATE: Travel profile for your Executive
      • TEMPLATE: Travel itinerary
      • BONUS: Keeping your Executives safe when they travel
      • The event management process (15:02)
      • Event objectives and the questions you should be asking
      • Negotiating with a venue (14:58)
      • EXAMPLE: Organising a team-building event
      • TEMPLATE: Events management budget
      • CHECKLIST: Managing an event from start to finish
      • EXAMPLE: Organising a team-building event
      • CHECKLIST: Conducting a venue visit
      • The initial conversation with your Executive (2:44)
      • Processing emails (2:49)
      • Proactively managing emails
      • TEMPLATE: Email templates for common requests
      • CHEAT SHEET: 40 Outlook hacks and keyboard shortcuts
      • CHEAT SHEET: 40 Gmail Hacks and  keyboard shortcuts
      • BONUS: Making the most of Microsoft Outlook (28:56)
      • BONUS: Making the most of Gmail (26:47)
      • Managing an Executive schedule (19:49)
      • What meetings should make it into your Executive’s schedule
      • Streamlining your Executive’s recurring meetings
      • These tasks should always be managed by an Assistant
      • TEMPLATE: Standard replies to meeting requests
      • BONUS: Managing momentum and moving tasks forward (20:47)
       
      • Developing trust and rapport with your Executive (4:01)
      • What meetings should you have with your Executive?
      • Planning the one-to-one meeting with your Executive (11:04)
      • Working remotely with your Executive (28:48)
      • Working with multiple Executives (25:28)
      • Case Study: The EA and CEO of Brewdog (30:12)
      • Case Study: The EA and the CEO of Arm (31:48)
      • TEMPLATE: Communication Protocols with your Executive
      • TEMPLATE: One-to-one meeting agenda
      • BONUS: Working in the inner circle and making your Executive successful (34:18)
       
      • Project management basics (32:54)
      • Preparing presentations (15:47)
      • Managing the office move (23:12)
      • Onboarding a new Executive (17:43)
      • CHECKLIST: Managing an office move
       

      What sets The Assistant Essentials Online Course apart?

      What makes this course unique is its blend of depth and practicality. Alongside world-class teaching, you’ll gain access to dozens of templates, checklists, workflows, and swipe files designed to save you time and help you implement what you learn immediately. To bring the lessons to life, the course also includes case studies and real-world scenarios, so you’re not just learning theory – you’re seeing exactly how it works in practice.

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      Proven Track Record

      We’ve been training Assistants for over a decade, with 50,000+ students in 80+ countries. Thousands of careers have been launched and advanced through our training - and Assistant Essentials builds on everything we’ve learned about what really works.

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      Comprehensive & Practical

      With 11 in-depth modules and 8+ hours of video lessons, this isn’t just surface-level training. You’ll also receive templates, checklists, workflows, and swipe files you can use straight away - turning learning into action from day one.

      03

      Learn From the Best

      Hear directly from world-leading trainers and high-performing Assistants. Real-life case studies and scenarios show you how to apply best practices in the workplace, so you can move beyond theory and see what success looks like in action.

      04

      Money Back Guaranteed

      We’re confident this course will give you the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive. But if for any reason it doesn’t feel right, our 30-day money-back guarantee means you can enrol with complete peace of mind.

      About the Head Coach

      I’m Nicky. I have been training Assistants since 2011, firstly with Practically Perfect PA and now with The EA Campus.

      Our resources are the go-to for Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Office Managers and Administrative Professionals at all levels of business seeking support, information and guidance in this incredible profession.

      The EA Campus offers practical tips, honest advice and career development support specifically for Assistants.

      Since 2015, we have organized events, virtual summits, masterclasses and online courses for over 70,000 Assistants worldwide.

      It is fair to say the Assistant role has changed significantly, and I am so proud that The EA Campus has been part of the journey for over a decade.

      I created Assistant Essentials because I believe every Assistant deserves access to the tools, strategies, and confidence to thrive – no matter your starting point.

      We can’t wait to welcome you to The Assistant Essentials Online Course. This really is where the magic happens!

      Ready to step into your next level as an Assistant?

      Instant access to all 11 modules + resources

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      OVER 5,000 SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS

      Have Questions? We have answers.

      The course starts now and never ends! It is a self-paced online course – you decide when to start and finish.

      The Assistant Essentials Online Course includes 11 in-depth modules with over 8 hours of expert video training. Alongside the videos, you’ll also have dozens of templates, checklists, and resources you can use right away. Many students spend 1–2 hours per week working through the content.

      We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days, and we will give you a full refund. You can read the full refund policy here

      Yes, get in touch with us. We will send you an invoice for the course. We also offer discounts for teams of Assistants.

      When you sign up for the training, you’ll also gain lifetime access to all the downloadable resources and recorded video training. This way, you can revisit the course at your own pace and at your convenience.

      Absolutely! We have many Assistants from all over the world who have completed the course. The strategies you’ll learn in The Assistant Essentials online Course are universally applicable.

      Over 5,000 Assistants have already done this.

      Now it’s your turn. Whether you’re brand new or ready to sharpen your edge, Assistant Essentials gives you the tools to thrive, grow, and succeed.