Certification

[Ann Balaban <abalaban -at- tsystem -dot- com>]

Brian,

I have been in the business of TW for over 25 years. I am retired from
a high-tech company and now work in the medical industry. I had an 
undergrad degree in Journalism, which came in very handy when I started
out, but if I were starting now, I would definitely take a certification 
program, in addition to some HCI design, information management, computer 
science, graphic design, project management and other classes that I 
thought would help. Being a good writer is an asset but having knowledge
in other areas helps tremendously and helps you project more expertise.
Good luck in your new career.

Ann Balaban
T-System, Inc. | For people working smarter to provide the best care
4020 McEwen Drive | Dallas, TX 75244 |


> ------------------------------
> As someone who does not have a degree in writing, english, etc, I am
> interested in getting a technical writing certification to add to my
> credentials.  Thus far, my work and accumulating experience has been
> sufficient, but I cannot help but think that having some form of
> certification would definitely help put a bit more shine on my file.  There
> is a site called www.techwriter-certification.com that offers various
> certifications in partnership with UMass Amherst and others, has anyone on
> list completed this kind of certification?  Have you found that it is
> valuable or is it not worth the time and money?  Thanks for your help!
>
> --
> In Service to the Dream,
>
> Brian C. Bertrand
> SKA-Bertran de Saint Jean
>
>

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