Technical Writing Certificate
Tombolo Institute at Bellevue College
Course Details
Salary scales for Technical Writers range from $79,000-$106,000 in the greater Seattle area (Glassdoor). Employment trends for Technical Writers are expected to grow by 10% over the next 8 years. –US Dept. of Labor
This online Technical Writing Certificate course culminates in the Tombolo Institute at Bellevue College Technical Writing Certificate. The entire certificate course takes 15 weeks to complete at a cost that is substantially less than taking the courses individually. This competency-based program employs a course instructor and is targeted to working professionals with a strong knowledge of written English, who are looking to speed up the certificate process. Topics covered include: Principles of Technical Writing The role of the technical writer The writing process Usability Writing strategies Editing Document design Intro to HTML XML and CSS Job readiness strategies
What You'll LearnDistinguish technical communication from other forms of writing Identify the roles and responsibilities of a technical writer Plan technical communication deliverables that explain how to complete the procedures within a process Compose draft technical communication deliverables based upon planning phase pre-work Analyze draft technical communication deliverables and revise their contents in preparation for final publication and distribution Apply, test...View moreSkills you'll acquire
Knowledge Outcomes and Experience
- Technical Writers
- Technical Directors/Managers
- Reporters & Correspondents
- Market Research Analysts & Marketing Specialists
Course Content
Eligibility
- A strong command of English grammar and spelling
- A basic-to-intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word
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