Making an outstanding first impression begins at the front desk. Pryor Learning’s administrative assistant training provides executive assistants, receptionists and other administrative professionals the skills to manage the office and projects, solve problems and organize tasks and schedules — all while managing multiple assignments at once.


Training for reception staff sessions are available in-person, online or as a special onsite learning experience for your whole team. Unlimited front desk assistance programs are also available with a PryorPlus annual pass. 

Featured Training

2-Day Conference

CEU: 1.2 CPE: 12


Live Virtual

  • Jun 3-4 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 12-13 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 16-17 - 9am to 4pm CT
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6


Live Virtual

  • Jun 3 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 11 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 20 - 9am to 4pm PT
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6 CPE: 6


Live Virtual

  • Aug 7 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Aug 8 - 9am to 4pm CT
  • Aug 12 - 9am to 4pm ET
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6 CPE: 6


Live Virtual

  • Aug 7 - 9am to 4pm CT
  • Aug 13 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Aug 19 - 9am to 4pm ET
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Administrative Assistant, Front Desk & Reception

Why is Front Desk Training Essential?

According to SHRM, there are more than 3.6 million practicing administrative professionals. From front desk and receptionist duties to managing the office or serving as the first point of contact for your organization’s safety program, the crucial skills employed by today’s administrative assistants ensure offices and their teams run effectively and efficiently.

What Skills Can You Learn in Pryor’s Front Desk Courses?

Experienced administrative assistants and job seeking individuals alike can benefit from our popular front office training, where they can develop a variety of receptionist skills:

  • Front desk safety
  • Assertive confidence
  • Multitasking
  • In-person and telephone communication

Who Benefits from Taking Receptionist Training Courses?

Award-winning receptionist, front desk and administrative assistant training is beneficial for anyone who has to deal with creating first impressions with clients or customers. From managers working as the main point of contact to HR directors, developing front desk skills helps to close skill gaps, improves retention and maximizes core competencies to become an excellent communicator regardless of their position.

Why Train with Pryor Learning?

  • Over 50 years in the learning and development industry
  • Award-winning front office training for individuals and teams
  • Learn online anywhere, anytime or at in-person events
  • Professional credits and certifications

Types of Administrative Assistant, Front Desk & Receptionist Training

  • Live virtual seminars
  • In-person events
  • Live and on-demand webinars
  • Downloadable products
  • A component of your PryorPlus annual pass
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2-Day Conference

CEU: 1.2 CPE: 12


  • Live Virtual

Live Virtual

  • Jun 3-4 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 12-13 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 16-17 - 9am to 4pm CT
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6


  • Live Virtual

Live Virtual

  • Jun 3 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 11 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jun 20 - 9am to 4pm PT
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6 CPE: 6


  • Live Virtual

Live Virtual

  • Aug 7 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Aug 8 - 9am to 4pm CT
  • Aug 12 - 9am to 4pm ET
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6 CPE: 6


  • Live Virtual

Live Virtual

  • Aug 7 - 9am to 4pm CT
  • Aug 13 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Aug 19 - 9am to 4pm ET
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1-Hour Webinar

CEU: 0.1


  • Live Virtual
  • Downloadable

Live Virtual

  • Jul 9 - 11am to 12pm CT

1-Hour Webinar

CEU: 0.1


  • Live Virtual
  • Downloadable

Live Virtual

  • Jun 25 - 1pm to 2pm CT
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1-Day Seminar

CEU: 0.6 CPE: 6


  • Live Virtual

Live Virtual

  • Jul 9 - 9am to 4pm ET
  • Jul 16 - 9am to 4pm CT
  • Jul 24 - 9am to 4pm ET
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1-Hour Webinar

CEU: 0.1


  • Downloadable

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