RE: Introduction

["Lauren" <lauren -at- writeco -dot- net>]

> From: Mark Freifeld

>     I know the issue of how much certification can 'prove' one's
> knowledge/expertise in the field has certainly been addressed here,
> but I don't really see it as an option in my case.  I have been eyeing
> online certificate programs and am highly considering enrolling in the
> program offered by Brooklyn College.  I definitely want to develop
> graphic/computer related programming skills in relation to tech
> writing, and it seems that this program is well-rounded and focuses on
> the latest technology widely used by companies.

There is a difference between "certification" and having a "certificate."  A
certificate shows that you have received technical writing education and
that can be good if your education or experience is limited.  A certificate
can bolster your education a little bit.  "Certification" means that a
person has proven themselves to a professional organization, so the person
gets a sort of seal of approval as being able to do the job.

I had a technical writing class 15 years ago and other business
communication classes that were later used in a technical writing
certificate program at the college that I attended.  I think that education
is valuable.

Lauren


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