Writing for Children and Young Adults

Overview

The Online Graduate Certificate Program in Writing for Children and Young Adults is designed to create publishable writers in the children’s and young adult market.  The certificate program offers a comprehensive approach to writing and incorporates an analysis of works by current and successful writers, informed practice in the mechanics of writing fiction and nonfiction, and opportunities to create manuscripts.  Candidates actively participate in a collaborative and supportive learning environment where they implement a variety of successful writing strategies, including the art of using feedback, reflection, and revision and where they create a strong professional network to help them meet their publishing objectives.

Taught in 8-week semester, each course is taught by experts, respected editors and writers.  Upon successful completion of the 5 courses, candidates received the Certificate in Writing for Children and Young Adults.  These courses will count toward a Master of Liberal Arts degree.

Admission

Students must submit an Application for Graduate Study with the non-refundable application fee and an official transcript verifying completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Courses

• WRT 501 - Reading Like a Writer
• WRT 503 - Fiction: Writing Novels for Grades 3-12
• WRT 505 - Nonfiction: Writing for Grades PreK-12
• WRT 507 - Picture Books: Writing for Grades PreK-4
• WRT 510 - Writing Workshop for Children and Young Adult Books