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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Post-Baccalaureate CertificateCIP: 09.1001

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Program Details

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Requirements

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Blacksburg, Virginia

    210 Burruss Hall, 800 Drillfield Dr., Blacksburg, Virginia, 24061-0131

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionWritingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingTime ManagementQuality Control AnalysisComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge

English LanguageCommunications and MediaAdministration and ManagementAdministrativeEducation and Training

Abilities

Written ComprehensionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionFluency of IdeasNear VisionSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityCategory FlexibilityOriginality

Tasks

  • Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
  • Verify facts, dates, and statistics, using standard reference sources.
  • Read, evaluate and edit manuscripts or other materials submitted for publication, and confer with au
  • Respond to questions from the public.
  • Write text, such as headlines, stories, articles, editorials, or newsletters.

Technology

Document management softwareVideo creation and editing softwareComputer based training softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing software

Tools

Desktop computersDigital still camerasDigital video camerasLaptop computersMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computersPrecision rulersTeleconferencing equipmentUniversal serial bus USB flash drivesVideo editing equipmentVideoconferencing equipment

Work Values

IndependenceAchievementRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationshipsSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Editors27-3041.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

  • Complex or high-stakes manuscripts — evaluate autonomously for content, organization, and publishability, negotiating substantive revisions directly with authors in a professional publishing context.
  • Multilayered factual claims — verify across primary and secondary sources, applying advanced research judgment to ensure editorial accuracy in investigative or specialized content.
  • Full editorial scope — oversee independently, encompassing copy editing, structural revision, and final approval across a publication's complete content pipeline.
  • Non-routine editorial problems — resolve using critical thinking and deductive reasoning, such as restructuring a failing series or pivoting content strategy mid-cycle.
  • Publication production workflow — manage end-to-end, coordinating printers, designers, and digital teams to meet deadline and budget requirements without escalation.
  • Reporters and staff editors — supervise and coordinate, assigning coverage, reviewing output, and maintaining editorial standards across a full team.
  • Audience engagement and content strategy — develop story ideas informed by analytics, market trends, and editorial mission in a competitive media environment.
  • Web platform and desktop publishing tools — deploy proficiently to manage digital production, CMS workflows, and layout quality control across multiple channels.
  • Long-form articles, editorials, and specialized reports — write and publish to a high professional standard, adapting voice and structure to the outlet's editorial identity.
  • Author and contributor relationships — negotiate revision expectations and manage sensitive editorial conflicts with professionalism and persuasive communication.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
100%
Placement Rate
70%