ABOUT THE CERTIFICATE IN WRITING
What is the Certificate in Writing?
LCC
is now offering a "Certificate in Writing" (Academic Subject
Certificate in Writing) that consists of 18 credits (ENG 100 and five
additional courses). Creative and business tracks are available.
Developing your writing skills can transform your life by giving
you the tools to reach your educational and career goals.
How will the Certificate in Writing benefit me as a student?
Writing is "visible
thinking." When you write about what you are learning, you will
find it easier to understand new information, organize your thoughts,
and demonstrate what you have learned. As you improve your
writing skills, you will notice how much better you are doing in your
courses. Taking the courses required for the Writing Certificate
will help you become a better student at Leeward and other colleges.
How will the Certificate in Writing help me at work?
The ability to present yourself clearly on paper will help you
get a better position in today's competitive job market. Employers will
notice the quality of your written work in your resume, correspondence,
memos, and reports. How well you write communicates a great deal
about you as a person and an employee. As a clear, effective
writer, you will advance faster than employees who don't write well.
When employers see your Certificate in Writing, they will know
that you have developed a writing proficiency that will benefit them.
How do I find out more about the Certificate in Writing?
Contact Steve Herr, LCC Writing Certificate Coordinator, at 455-0428 (LA-218) or at sherr@hawaii.edu.
Requirements for the Writing Certificate