Overview

However, the challenges presented by the demands of global communication are many and require that a professional communicator possess a diverse range of abilities. The Professional Writing certificate from California State University Long Beach meets this need by providing an educational experience focused on developing the communication skills needed for success within the office–and across the world.

Why choose this programme?

It can be completed along with a baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degree. Students may also pursue the certificate as a stand-alone, post-baccalaureate programme.

It includes coursework that provides extensive interaction with both programme faculty and practicing professionals.

Programme faculty are themselves practicing professional communicators and educators.

Programme coursework focuses on written communication as well as mixed media and layout, design, graphics, and content delivery.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technical Editing

Proposal Writing

Manual Writing

Writing in Science, Social Science and Technology

Applied Technical Writing

Internship Technical ‑ Editing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

25 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to a degree programme at CSULB or possession of a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an accredited college or university AND admission as a postbaccalaureate student at CSULB.

Upper division or post-baccalaureate standing at CSULB with a grade point average of at least 2.75 overall.

Successful completion of ENGL 317 - Professional and Technical Writing, with a letter grade of C or better.

Formal consultation with the PWC Programme Director.

Submission of an English Department PWC Programme Application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18972 USD / year

≈ 18972 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Living costs

Long Beach

United States

1400 - 2000 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why choose this programme?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Long Beach

Funding

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