Virtual Assistant Diploma
Earn up to £50,000 as a qualified Virtual Assistant. Build the practical, job-ready skills needed to support clients and businesses, manage tasks remotely, and create a flexible career working online.
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About this Virtual Assistant Diploma
Who is the Virtual Assistant diploma for?
This Virtual Assistant course is designed for individuals who want to work remotely, build a flexible career, or start their own VA business. It’s suitable for beginners as well as those with admin experience looking to transition into freelance or online work.
- Beginners looking for a structured, work-from-home career pathway
- Individuals looking to start a Virtual Assistant business
- Admin professionals transitioning into freelance roles
- Career changers moving into remote or flexible work
Why choose the Virtual Assistant Diploma?
This Virtual Assistant Diploma is designed to build the practical skills needed to work remotely and support clients or businesses. It focuses on flexible working, digital tools, and creating a sustainable online career.
- Covers real workplace tasks (not just theory)
- More flexible than classroom training
- More practical than short courses
- Designed for UK employers
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Jobs you can apply for with the Virtual Assistant Diploma
A Virtual Assistant Diploma prepares you for flexible, remote-first roles supporting businesses with admin, communication, and digital tools that are in high demand.
- Virtual Assistant
- Freelance Virtual Assistant
- Online Business Manager
- Administrative Assistant (Remote)
- Social Media Assistant
Virtual Assistant Diploma Units
This Virtual Assistant diploma covers all core Virtual Assistant skills, including administration, client communication, digital tools, business support, and the practical steps needed to work remotely or build your own VA business.
As part of your diploma, you’ll build practical skills across a wide range of core admin areas, including diary management, organising meetings and trips, planning business events, providing HR support, handling petty cash and expenses, carrying out research and reporting, managing office procedures, composing professional business documents, and understanding how business organisations operate.
Stay ahead of the curve by learning how to use artificial intelligence as a powerful workplace tool. This unit shows you how to apply AI directly to the role of an Virtual Assistant — from managing diaries and drafting documents to preparing reports, analysing data, and streamlining communication. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to harness AI safely and effectively, making you more efficient, future-ready, and indispensable in a modern business environment.
You’ll build the advanced skills needed to produce professional business communications with accuracy and confidence. This includes creating advanced business letters, complex tables and reports, carrying out mail merge tasks, and developing audio transcription skills. You’ll also take part in an interactive touch typing and speed development programme to boost efficiency and accuracy in every document you produce.
Strengthen the professional skills needed to succeed as a VA:
Confidence-building and self-esteem
Communication skills
Organisational skills and stress management
Relationship and people management
Social media and networking for business
Develop a strong foundation in the most widely used office software, giving you the confidence to handle any task in a professional environment. You’ll cover Word for word processing, Outlook for email and personal information management, Excel for spreadsheets, charts, and graphs, PowerPoint for electronic presentations, Access for databases, and Publisher for desktop publishing, along with internet and web research. These skills will ensure you’re fully prepared for the digital demands of today’s workplace.
Specialist training to set you apart as a VA and help you build your career or business:
Introduction to Virtual Assistance
Essential VA skills (including SEO and content creation)
Equipment and software for home-based VAs
Services and pricing models
Marketing your VA business
Finding and managing clients
Digital collaboration and communication (including Microsoft Teams)
Learn how to set up and grow your own VA business, from choosing a name and registering legally to finding clients, setting up a website, and building long-term success.
Payment Options
Price
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Time to complete
4 months full-time
Complete in as little as 4 months or take up to 18 months – flexible study to suit you.
Location
100% online
Learn 100% online with full tutor support, wherever you are in the world.
Accredited
Yes – NCFE CQ & CPD
Graduate with nationally recognised qualifications.
This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification.
Real Graduate Results
“After being away from studying for so long, I honestly thought it would feel daunting but the tutors made the journey so comfortable and reassuring from the very beginning.” - M.G.
Real Earning Potential
Executive Assistants can earn up to £50,000 per year*
Real Qualifications
Recognised by employers and potential clients designed to build real, job-ready VA skills.
Why Employers Value a Recognised Qualification
Virtual Assistant roles, particularly remote and self-employed positions, are increasingly competitive. Clients look for reliable professionals who can manage tasks independently, communicate clearly, and deliver consistent results.
A recognised diploma demonstrates organisation, digital skills, and the ability to work autonomously. This helps you attract clients, build trust quickly, and succeed when working remotely or running your own VA business.
Student Reviews
I had a positive experience at this college. The tutors are helpful and knowledgeable and the content was clear, engaging and well organised.
I have completed the Level 3 Medical Secretary Course with Lewis College. I have really enjoyed the course and it's content. Some of the content I already had experience with but there was lots I had not done before and I am glad to be able to refresh and add to my knowledge, and also be able to prove to future employers that I am able to do these things - a big tick for my CV! I started this course when working in a call centre which I did not enjoy and wanted a change. I have since changed to a band 3 medical secretary role in the NHS with no previous experience in healthcare whilst I was in the middle of this course and I definitely think mentioning it my interview gave me a big leg up. The tutors are all very friendly and encouraging. I would be happy to complete another course with Lewis College.
I started a Virtual Assistant course with Lewis College, and the experience has been fantastic.
After being away from studying for so long, I honestly thought it would feel daunting but the tutors made the journey so comfortable and reassuring from the very beginning.
They were incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging throughout, always taking the time to help and guide me whenever I needed it.
A huge thank you to Simon, Craig, and Rebecca.
After being away from studying for so long, I honestly thought it would feel daunting but the tutors made the journey so comfortable and reassuring from the very beginning.
They were incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging throughout, always taking the time to help and guide me whenever I needed it.
A huge thank you to Simon, Craig, and Rebecca.
I completed the Executive PA Diploma and couldn’t be happier with the course. The tutors were always helpful and supportive, and I gained so much valuable knowledge. This course really prepares you for a PA role, and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
I recently completed the Executive PA Diploma at Lewis College and I couldn’t recommend it more highly. The course is extremely well structured, nicely paced, and covers a huge amount of relevant material without ever feeling overwhelming.
A special thank you to the wonderful tutors, especially Rebecca, Simon, Craig and Jen, who were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout the programme. Their guidance really made a difference and helped bring the content to life.
The diploma covers so much that is directly applicable to building and advancing your career as an Executive PA. I’ve learned valuable skills, gained confidence, and feel far more prepared for professional growth.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to develop their career and invest in their future. An excellent experience from start to finish!
A special thank you to the wonderful tutors, especially Rebecca, Simon, Craig and Jen, who were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout the programme. Their guidance really made a difference and helped bring the content to life.
The diploma covers so much that is directly applicable to building and advancing your career as an Executive PA. I’ve learned valuable skills, gained confidence, and feel far more prepared for professional growth.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to develop their career and invest in their future. An excellent experience from start to finish!
I recently completed the excellent bespoke advanced IT course with Lewis College. The course was very well structured and flexible with excellent tutors who responded quickly and professionally providing support in advancing skills and confidence to complete the assignments and work. I would highly recommend Lewis College and am very happy with the outcome and experience.
I've had a great experience studying with Lewis College. The communication has always been clear and supportive, and the team is very responsive whenever I've had questions. My course was well structured, easy to follow and genuinely helped me develop valuable new skills. Overall, I highly recommend Lewis College for anyone considering further training or professional development.
I studied a Level 3 Medical Secretary Diploma with Lewis College over 18-months and I couldn’t rate them higher. The support has been incredible and all the tutors have been friendly, supportive and always provided prompt feedback and responses to any queries. The course content was indepth over all modules and covers absolutely everything - having this course and qualification on my CV despite at the time still studying it still led to me getting 2 job offers of a Medical Administrator as well as an NHS Medical Secretary. I loved the flexibility of this course, whilst studying I changed jobs, moved house and went through a period of illhealth which meant there were periods I wouldn’t study for a few weeks at a time, but again the support and understanding from the tutors and having access to the course for 18-months meant there were no concerns in terms of not having enough time to finish the course. If you’re looking at a career change into medical administration/secretarial work, I’d highly recommend this course.
I recently completed my PA Certificate at Lewis College, and I could not be happier with the experience. The course was well-structured, highly informative, and delivered in a clear and engaging way. The tutors were incredibly supportive, always available to answer questions and provide helpful guidance throughout the programme.
Lewis College truly helped me build confidence in my skills and prepared me thoroughly for the next step in my career. I am very grateful for their professionalism, encouragement, and dedication to student success. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking to develop their administrative or PA skills.
Lewis College truly helped me build confidence in my skills and prepared me thoroughly for the next step in my career. I am very grateful for their professionalism, encouragement, and dedication to student success. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking to develop their administrative or PA skills.
I have thoroughly enjoyed studying the Medical Secretary Diploma Level 3 course with Lewis College. The course content was comprehensive, well-structured, and highly relevant to real-world medical administration. Each module built my confidence and developed my understanding of both medical terminology and professional office procedures.
The tutors were extremely supportive and responsive, always providing clear feedback and encouragement throughout the course - special thanks to Simon and Rebecca. I particularly appreciated the flexibility of the programme, which allowed me to balance my studies with other commitments without feeling overwhelmed.
Overall, this course has given me the knowledge and practical skills needed to progress in a medical administrative career. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking for a professional, supportive, and rewarding learning experience.
The tutors were extremely supportive and responsive, always providing clear feedback and encouragement throughout the course - special thanks to Simon and Rebecca. I particularly appreciated the flexibility of the programme, which allowed me to balance my studies with other commitments without feeling overwhelmed.
Overall, this course has given me the knowledge and practical skills needed to progress in a medical administrative career. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking for a professional, supportive, and rewarding learning experience.
More information
No formal qualifications are needed to enrol — just a good level of English and a drive to succeed. This makes the Virtual Assistant Diploma accessible to anyone ready to take the next step in their career, whether you’re starting fresh or looking to advance.
The diploma is delivered 100% online, giving you the freedom to study anytime, anywhere. You can work at your own pace and fit your learning around your lifestyle, while still benefiting from expert tutor guidance..
All assessments are completed online, making them simple and convenient. Each assignment is carefully reviewed by your tutor, who provides personalised feedback to help you progress with confidence. On completion, you’ll achieve an NCFE CQ-certified qualification.
You’ll have access to expert tutors who provide one-to-one feedback, guidance, and support via email and video calls throughout your studies. They’ll be there to answer your questions, keep you on track, and ensure you feel confident as you progress.
You can start at any time — there are no fixed enrolment dates. The diploma is designed to be flexible, with a completion time of up to 18 months at a pace that suits you.
Yes. On completion of the Customised Qualification, learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and the certificate of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
Graduates of the VA Diploma often move into roles such as Virtual Assistant, Freelance Administrator, Remote Business Support Specialist, or Online PA. With your qualification, you’ll also be well-placed to build your own VA business, attract high-value clients, and grow a flexible career that can expand into specialist support or consultancy.
We offer flexible monthly instalments to help spread the cost, plus big savings when you choose to pay in full. You can also pay securely using Klarna, PayPal, major credit or debit cards, or bank transfer.
Virtual Assistants in the UK typically earn between £25,000 and £50,000 per year, depending on experience, client base, and whether they work freelance or run their own business. Many VAs charge hourly rates ranging from £20 to £35, with senior or specialist VAs often commanding higher fees. The flexibility of the role means earnings can grow significantly as you attract more clients and build long-term contracts.
Yes, many of our students are funded by their employers as part of their professional development. We can provide invoices, receipts, and any required documentation to make the process simple for your company. If you’d like to explore this option, just let us know when enquiring.
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