Creative Writing Academic Certificate

Program Overview

The Creative Writing Academic Certificate program cultivates writing and reading skills through a blend of literature and creative writing courses. Students engage with visiting writers, attend literary events, and receive feedback to refine their craft. The program culminates in a capstone course preparing students for further writing pursuits, including potential careers as editors, proofreaders, or creative writers.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Creative Writing Academic Certificate program aims to foster growth in writing and reading.
• The program offers a mix of literature and creative writing courses.
• Students have opportunities to interact with visiting writers, attend readings, workshops, festivals, and other special events.
• Techniques for mastering the craft of creative writing are taught throughout the program.
• Students receive feedback and continued revision to improve their creative writing skills.

Careers:

• Potential career paths include:
• Editors (est.
salary $78,007)
• Proofreader and Copy Marker (est.
salary $52,597)
• Poet, Lyricist, and Creative Writer (est.
salary $60,917)
• The provided salary estimates are for the greater Philadelphia region, PA, and a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.