Santa Barbara,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Certificate of Achievement - Technical Writing in Santa Barbara United States | Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara City College
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Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Advanced Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
5,265
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This Certificate program offers training to develop skills for immediate employment as a computer technical writer across various organizations. It equips students with essential competencies for entering this career field. Upon completion, participants should demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
Examine how information systems function within organizations to build foundational knowledge of IT terminology and concepts.
Assess usability principles and testing methods to understand their importance in technical documentation.
Employ proper grammar and professional writing techniques to produce effective technical documents incorporating usability principles.
Implement design and layout best practices to develop user-friendly documentation.
The Technical Writing Certificate is a stackable credential that readies students for entry-level Technical Writer roles in information technology. Graduates will qualify for positions in diverse organizations or IT service providers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
All applicants must have the equivalent of a 2.00 U.S. GPA.
Submit a copy of your transcript.
Studied for a minimum of 3 years in English at an international secondary school.
Attended a US high school or secondary school in a country where English is the primary language of instruction for at least one year.
Completed all years of study in a secondary school in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, German, or Dutch countries and received passing grades in English.
Attended a U.S. college or university for at least one semester (non-ESL courses).
Attended at least one semester of non-ESL courses at a college or university where English is the primary language of instruction.
Submit a copy of your test result showing one of the minimum scores listed below.
IELTS: 5.5
TOEFL: PBT 450, CBT 160, IBT 60
Pearson Test of English: 45
PTE Academic: 44
High School/College Transcripts
Transcripts for all coursework completed in high school (secondary school), English language programs, and university or college. Transcripts should be translated into English by an official translator and/or translating agency.
Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for admission purposes.
Official transcripts are required for athletic eligibility, and may be submitted at a later date.
If you are under 18 years old at the time of your first semester start date, you will need to submit a high school diploma.
A high school diploma is not required for students who are 18 years old or older.
Submit a copy of your transcript.
Studied for a minimum of 3 years in English at an international secondary school.
Attended a US high school or secondary school in a country where English is the primary language of instruction for at least one year.
Completed all years of study in a secondary school in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, German, or Dutch countries and received passing grades in English.
Attended a U.S. college or university for at least one semester (non-ESL courses).
Attended at least one semester of non-ESL courses at a college or university where English is the primary language of instruction.
Submit a copy of your test result showing one of the minimum scores listed below.
IELTS: 5.5
TOEFL: PBT 450, CBT 160, IBT 60
Pearson Test of English: 45
PTE Academic: 44
High School/College Transcripts
Transcripts for all coursework completed in high school (secondary school), English language programs, and university or college. Transcripts should be translated into English by an official translator and/or translating agency.
Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for admission purposes.
Official transcripts are required for athletic eligibility, and may be submitted at a later date.
If you are under 18 years old at the time of your first semester start date, you will need to submit a high school diploma.
A high school diploma is not required for students who are 18 years old or older.
Tuition
USD
5,265