Reputation
The program is the oldest, longest running program in the region and has been
placing interns and hires throughout the region for over 20 years. Through good
times and bad, SDSU has always focused on producing the region's finest technical
communicators and building on its reputation among employers.
Real-world lessons
The program emphasizes hands-on, real-world skills with simulations of workplace
writing, social dynamics, and tasks. The courses feature the latest software
used in the field, including Robohelp, Photoshop, Framemaker, and Dreamweaver.
By the time you complete your certification, you will have a professional
portfolio that you can show prospective employers.
Faculty
The courses are taught by scholars with extensive academic and industry experience.
From biotechnology to finance to private and public sector experience, SDSU's
broad range of faculty have decades of experience to offer. The cutting edge
of industry often starts in academia, and the SDSU faculty are found there
as well, often teaching the SDSU graduate students in SDSU's Department of
Rhetoric and Writing Studies.
Internships
The program features paid internships in which you will work closely with a
faculty member and employer on a real-world project. With its roots in the
San Diego area, SDSU has relationships with businesses who recognize the
value of the certification and are willing to sponsor interns. Build a portfolio,
get valuable experience and references, and possibly meet your next employer. |
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