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Overview
What you will learn
This Workplace Writing program offered by University of Ottawa provides a solid foundation to help you plan and structure documents that work and write them with clarity, conciseness, and correctness.
What is the certificate good for?
The certificate assures employers and potential employers that you have met or exceeded the standard they are looking for and are committed to continuous learning. The certificate is issued by the University of Ottawa Professional Development Institute, a trusted training provider preferred by many federal government departments as well as public and private sector organizations. The Institute wins respect and acclaim for its cutting-edge learning programs, the exceptional calibre of its trainers, and its real-world focus.Who needs this program?
The program meets the needs of anyone who must write at work and wants to feel better positioned to tackle writing tasks. Already confident writers will be reassured that their approach is in line with best practices and will develop useful and transferable insight into why their techniques work. Less confident writers will learn clear guidelines to help them develop their writing skills, feel more secure about what they write, and be sure of catching grammatical and stylistic errors before they matter.How do I register for the program?
Begin by registering for any of the courses that make up the program. You will be asked for proof of completion of the required courses, so make sure you keep your certificates from each course.Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Demystify grammar and learn to use it as a tool to ensure accuracy as well as correctness
- Write clearly and precisely
- Plan your communications
- Understand your readers and your purpose
- Structure your documents effectively
- Modulate your tone
- Breathe new life into noun-heavy, bureaucratic, abstract prose
- Edit and proofread your own writing
- Reduce wordiness
- Know when plain language is required and how to produce it without “dumbing down”
- Debunk common myths about writing
Core Courses
- Briefing Notes That Work
- Grammar Demystified: Building Confidence in Writing
- Grammar Demystified: Advanced Writing Mechanics
- The Basics of Business Writing
- Writing in Plain Language
- Writing Well I or Writing Well I @ Your Desk
Elective Courses
- A+ Writing: Beyond the Basics
- Advanced Business Writing
- Communicating Technical Information
- Writing for Promotional Communications
- Writing for the Web
- Writing Well II or Writing Well II @ Your Desk
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Online: 19 January,26 January,2 March,23 March,13 April
- In Person: 14 January,2 February,9 February,11 February,18 February,10 March,23 March
- Hybrid: 17 February
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- Ottawa, Canada
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Enrollment is open to everyone
- This certificate is aimed at professional writers, communication officers, policy analysts, media monitors, or anyone who is called on to produce effective briefing notes at work
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1095 CAD / module≈ 1095 CAD / module -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1095 CAD / module≈ 1095 CAD / module
Additional Details
- You register and pay for each course individually - no additional charge for the certificate
- Attendance to all courses is mandatory to receive the certificate
Living costs
Ottawa
Canada
1168 - 1925 CAD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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