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Technical Writing Certificate

Oregon State University
Corvallis , United States
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2026-04-26
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Technical Communication
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Journalism and Information
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English
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Program Overview

Technical Writing Certificate Program

The Technical Writing Certificate program comprises a series of courses designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in technical writing. The program is offered in multiple cohorts, each with its own schedule.


Program Structure

The Technical Writing Certificate program includes the following courses:


  • Free Intro to Tech Writing (self-paced) | On Demand
    • This introductory course is available on demand and provides a foundational understanding of technical writing principles.
  • Manuals - Instructions and Overviews
    • This course focuses on the creation of manuals, instructions, and overviews, teaching students how to effectively communicate complex information.
  • Usability and User-Centered Design
    • Students learn about usability principles and user-centered design methodologies to create accessible and user-friendly documentation.
  • Technical Editing - SOPs and Flowcharts
    • This course covers technical editing techniques, including the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flowcharts.
  • Single-Sourcing and Methodology
    • Students are introduced to single-sourcing methods and learn how to apply them in technical writing projects.
  • Portfolio Creation
    • The final course in the program guides students in creating a professional portfolio that showcases their technical writing skills and experience.

Cohort Schedules

The Technical Writing Certificate program is offered in three cohorts, each with its own schedule:


  • Cohort A
      1. Free Intro to Tech Writing (self-paced) | On Demand
      1. Manuals - Instructions and Overviews: November 3 - 30, 2025
      1. Usability and User-Centered Design: January 5 - February 1, 2026
      1. Technical Editing - SOPs and Flowcharts: February 9 - March 8, 2026
      1. Single-Sourcing and Methodology: March 30 - April 26, 2026
      1. Portfolio Creation: May 4 - 31, 2026
  • Cohort B
      1. Free Intro to Tech Writing (self-paced) | On Demand
      1. Manuals - Instructions and Overviews: January 5 - February 1, 2026
      1. Usability and User-Centered Design: February 9 - March 8, 2026
      1. Technical Editing - SOPs and Flowcharts: March 30 - April 26, 2026
      1. Single-Sourcing and Methodology: May 4 - 31, 2026
      1. Portfolio Creation: June 22 - July 19, 2026
  • Cohort C
      1. Free Intro to Tech Writing (self-paced) | On Demand
      1. Manuals - Instructions and Overviews: March 30 - April 26, 2026
      1. Usability and User-Centered Design: May 4 - 31, 2026
      1. Technical Editing - SOPs and Flowcharts: June 22 - July 19, 2026
      1. Single-Sourcing and Methodology: July 20 - August 16, 2026
      1. Portfolio Creation: September 28 - October 25, 2026
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