ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To apply, you must:

• Have one of the following:
  • A bachelor's degree in any subject, plus two years of work experience in any field 
  • An associate degree in any subject, plus four years of work experience in any field 
• Be familiar with authoring tools such as Microsoft Word, including the ability to create a document, add comments, track changes, and format styles and templates
• Be a strong writer with solid grammar and English language skills, as demonstrated by your application letter

ALSO GOOD TO HAVE

We recommend that you be an attentive reader with solid reading comprehension skills.

English Proficiency

If you're not a native English speaker, you’ll need to have at least basic English language skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements.

International Students

To enroll, international students must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This program does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS

Classroom students will need:

• Wi-Fi-equipped laptop to bring to class (Mac or PC)

Online students will need:

• Access to a computer
• High-speed internet connection
• Headset with microphone

Some coursework will require the use of Microsoft Office 365 (including Publisher); students will receive free access to Office 365 ProPlus through Microsoft Student Advantage.

Earning the Certificate

You earn the certificate by adhering to the program's attendance policy and successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.