Certificate in Technical Writing and Digital Communication
Program Contacts and Leadership:
Program Coordinator: Dr. Monica Miller
Office: (478) 471-5799
Fax: (478) 471-5794
Toll-free: (800) 272-7619
Email: monica.miller@mga.edu
Dean, School of Arts and Letters: Dr. Sheree Keith
Chair, Department of English: Dr. Joseph Lease
Credit hours: 15
Delivery format: 100% online.
Program length / start terms: One-year program; admitted students may begin in fall, spring, or summer.
Stackable: Stand-alone certificate; completion provides eligibility to apply for the Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing and completed certificate coursework may count toward that degree if approved.
Program Overview
This certificate provides graduate coursework in technical writing and digital communication. It is appropriate as a stand-alone credential or as preparation for students who may later pursue graduate work in technical and professional writing.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should meet the general admissions requirements for graduate certificate applicants and these additional program-specific requirements: (i) Professional resume.
Program Format
The program is a fully online 15-credit-hour curriculum taught in 8-week sessions. It may be taken as a stand-alone credential or used as a pathway toward the MATPW, subject to program approval.
Program Format and Degree Requirements
English
Certificate in Technical Writing and Digital Communication
Required Courses (12 hours)
Students should take the following 4 classes:
Elective Course (3 hours)
Students should take one of the following courses:
Graduation / Certification / Completion Requirements
Complete all required coursework and the approved elective for a total of 15 graduate credit hours.