Technical Communication

About this programme

Important: This program is unavailable. Explore Related Programs for more options. This eight-month graduate certificate provides practical job training for a fast-moving industry. Today’s technical communicators do far more than write manuals. They create clear, user-focused content, design websites and training, build support systems for products and explain complex technologies to diverse audiences. You will gain practical, hands-on experience with modern, industry-standard tools while building a professional portfolio and personalized website to showcase your work. Courses emphasize technical writing and editing, user experience (UX), content strategy, instructional design and digital media, with a special focus on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) that are reshaping the field. A hallmark of this program is the optional work placement, where you will partner with respected employers who are committed to mentoring new talent. These placements provide you with career-ready experience and strong employment outcomes after graduation. This program has a bring your own device policy . All students will be required to have their own Windows-based laptop. This program offers the option to complete a work term, providing valuable hands-on experience in your field of study. If you are interested in completing a work term, apply to the PROGRAMNAME program.​ If you select the work term stream you will have the opportunity to participate in a work term(s) if eligibility requirements are maintained. You will have the flexibility to transfer to the non-work