Course Application Steps
This course is part of a certificate program. You can take this course without enrolling in the certificate program, but it won't automatically count toward earning the certificate. To apply to the full certificate program instead, visit the Certificate in Data Visualization page. We accept course applicants on a space-available basis.
Step 1: Gather the Following Materials
- A brief letter (250-word maximum) that describes your relevant skills and knowledge and how you acquired them
- A resume that highlights how your education and any applicable experience fulfill the course’s admission requirements (see requirements link above)
Step 2: Apply
Click "apply online" to complete your application and submit the materials listed in step 1.
After Applying
We will email you before the first class to let you know if you’ve been accepted. If you’re accepted, we’ll send you details about your course, including information on paying your course fee.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Course applicants must have:
- An understanding of the primary chart types and when they are appropriate to use
- Intermediate proficiency in Tableau including:
- An understanding of “Sheets”
- The ability to design, develop and format individual visualizations including bar and line charts, tables, scatterplots and maps
- The ability to input, organize and modify data in spreadsheet tools such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Also Recommended
- Experience working with databases
- Ability to find and explore data sources
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students are welcome to enroll in an online offering of this course, 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 course does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system (Windows or Mac) and web browser
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam
- Dual monitors (highly recommended)
Completing the Course
To successfully complete this course, you must fulfill the requirements outlined by your instructor.