Other Ways to Register
By Phone
Call 206-543-2310 or 800-506-1325.
See business hours for our registration services office.
By Mail or Fax
Download and complete the registration form, then submit it to the address listed on the form.
By Email
Download the registration form, and then email your completed form to c2reg@uw.edu. For purchase orders or vouchers only. Credit card payments cannot be accepted via email.
In Person
In-person registration is not available until further notice.
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Admission Requirements
This course has no formal admissions requirements or application process.
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 advanced English skills to enroll. 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 and web browser
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn the Certificate in Writing by completing the equivalent of three full-quarter courses — nine continuing education units (CEUs) — over two years or less. After you complete your final course, you can get your certificate by submitting a request form.