Technical Writing Certificate Program
Write the manuals and procedures that keep industry rolling. Completion of this course through K-State Salina puts you on the fast-track to a higher-paying career!
Technical writing plays a critical role in the systems, products and technologies we rely on every day. With the Technical Writing Certificate Program at K-State Salina, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence and credibility to step into a field that values your skills — and your future with several career opportunities.
The Technical Writing Certificate Program at K-State Salina is a flexible, affordable and fully online credential designed to help you build practical, industry-ready writing and documentation skills. Whether you’re changing careers, advancing in your current role or looking for a credible alternative to a four-year degree, this program equips you with skills employers need right now and are actively hiring for.
Work in industries such as:
Aerospace | Technology | Defense | Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical | Software
Why Our Program?
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$80K+ Starting
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K-State Salina’s program is industry-vetted and developed by subject matter experts in the aerospace, defense and communication fields. Through fully online courses, gain the necessary skills to be employable in this growing field. Register today to start the next step in your career!
Technical writing is more than writing — it’s problem-solving, process improvement and communication with impact.
Clear documentation powers the industries that move the world forward. From aerospace and aviation to manufacturing, technology, defense, software and pharmaceuticals, organizations depend on technical writers to translate complex processes into clear, accurate and usable information.
Technical writers:
- Create manuals, procedures and instructions that keep people safe and productive
- Document systems, tools and workflows used in high-tech industries
- Bridge the gap between subject-matter experts and end users
- Improve efficiency, consistency and compliance across organizations
One skillset. Many industries. Strong demand.
This certificate focuses on real-world applications — not theory alone. You’ll gain hands-on experience writing the types of documents employers actually use, building skills you can apply immediately on the job.
- Learn to communicate complex technical information clearly
- Build documentation skills used across STEM-driven industries
- Develop a portfolio-ready foundation for professional roles
Designed for speed and value, this program allows you to upskill quickly without the time or cost of a traditional degree.
- Short, focused courses
- University-backed credential employers trust
- A smart investment for career growth or career change
Advance your career without putting your life on hold.
- Fully online courses
- Learn from anywhere
- Designed to fit around full-time work, family and other commitments
Technical writing opens doors across a wide range of stable, high-growth industries, including:
- Aviation and aerospace
- Manufacturing and industrial systems
- Technology and software
- Defense and government contracting
- Pharmaceutical and scientific industries
Technical writing roles often offer higher earning potential than many traditional writing positions — especially in STEM-focused industries.
- A writing career with long-term stability
- High demand across multiple sectors
- Skills that grow with technology
This certificate is designed for motivated learners at different stages of their career:
Career Changers in Aviation or Manufacturing
You already understand complex systems. This program helps you turn that knowledge into clear credentials and new career opportunities.
Communications and Writing Professionals
Apply your writing skills in industries that value clarity, precision and technical expertise — without starting over.
STEM-Minded or Non-Degree-Seeking Individuals
Explore a fast, affordable path into high-paying technical roles without committing to a four-year degree.
- A trusted, university-backed certificate
- Designed with real-world industry needs in mind
- Focused on applied learning and career outcomes
- Part of a respected land-grant university system
This isn’t just another online course. It’s a credential built to help you move forward with confidence.
Program Details and Registration
Learners can take one or more class to earn a microcredential. Complete all four courses and receive a badge. No previous experience is required.
Each course will take 4 weeks to complete and includes industry-aligned, practical assignments.
Each course costs $149. Learners that register for the first three courses at the same time will get one course free! Contact us for current student and active duty military discounts.
Course Information
Learning the foundations of clear, concise, and structured language used in professional and technical settings. This course serves as the required foundation for all other courses.
This course builds practical document design expertise in alignment with industry standards, enhancing communication skills. Curriculum will focus on layout, readability, and visual communication of technical information.
Ready to advance your career? Enroll now! Build skills that matter.