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
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You must possess critical reading skills and be able to read and interpret a variety of documents and resources.
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about 7 to 9 hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
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)
- Microsoft Office 365 (available to students free of charge though the UW Microsoft Student Advantage program)
Online students will need:
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system and web browser
- Microsoft Office 365 (available to students free of charge though the UW Microsoft Student Advantage program)
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset
- Webcam (recommended).
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.