Professional Writing Certificate

Students seeking this certificate will gain practical skills to write successfully and effectively at a professional level across industries, in both print and digital formats. The certificate is open to degree-seeking and non-degree-seeking students*.

Requirements

Complete the following courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (for these courses):

JOUR 244	Technical Writing	3
JOUR 247	Copy Editing	3
JOUR 257	Introduction to Photojournalism	2
JOUR 341	Feature Writing	4
JOUR 349	Social Media Strategies	3

Select 2 of the following courses:

ENGL 384	English Grammar	4
FLTV 202	Screen Writing	3
JOUR 345	Specialized Writing	3
JOUR 346	Reporting Methods	3
PREL 337	Advertising Copywriting	3
PREL 350	Writing for Public Relations	3

Total Credit Hours: 21

*Non-degree-seeking students enrolled in the certificate program must meet the admission requirements of Walla Walla University and should refer to the Financial Bulletin for reduced tuition information.