ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have one of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree plus two years of work experience
• An associate degree and four years of work experience

You must also have:

• At least two years of professional or academic writing experience
• Familiarity with authoring tools such as Microsoft Word, including the ability to create a document, add comments, track changes, and format styles and templates
• A strong understanding of English usage and grammar

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

International students are welcome to apply to an online offering of this program, which doesn’t require a visa. To enroll in a classroom offering, you 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.