Professional Technical Communication Certificate
- Cost
- $3,679*
A new career in two semesters
Become a professional writer
Are you looking for a new challenge? The College of Lake County can help you become an effective technical communicator in just two semesters.
In this 20-hour certificate program, you learn the principles of effective written communication and how to produce concise, easily understood and visually engaging technical documents for a variety of audiences. In our project-based courses, you will work with your classmates and community partners to create real-world communication materials, including newsletters, blogs, websites and more! When you graduate, you will have a portfolio of impressive materials you can show off to potential employers.
What can you do with a certificate in Technical Communication?
The certificate in technical communication prepares you to start work or continue your education in communication, media, business, marketing, healthcare or related fields. Work as an information architect, proposal writer, website writer and more! U.S. News & World Report recently ranked technical writing as one of the Best Creative & Media jobs.
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Financial Aid/Scholarships Available
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Career Certificate
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Program Length: 1 Year
Full-time students finish in 1 year.
Career Outlook
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Your College & Career Navigator (CCN) is your "go-to person" ready to help you get started at CLC.
Your CCN guides you through the admission process, helps you choose your academic program, enroll in classes and connect you with resources.
Recommended Pathway
This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.
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- Credit for prior learning available
- Dual credit options available
- Global citizenship
- Online/Virtual options available
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights CLC 120 2 ENG 120 3 DMD 116 3 -
Course Code CLC 120 Course Title Credits 2 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 120 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code DMD 116 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights DMD 125 3 ENG 126 3 ENG 266 3 ENG 113 3 -
Course Code DMD 125 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 126 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 266 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 113 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Total Credit Hours
20*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.
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