The certificate in Creative Writing provides a comprehensive foundation in the study
and practice of Creative Writing. This certificate also meets the needs of those in
the community who wish to express their imagination, think critically, or enter the
job market in fields that require knowledge of critical thinking and writing principles.
Students develop competency in the ability to write clearly and thoughtfully, as well
as to revise their written work. Additionally, students gain advanced reading and
comprehension skills, and are exposed to multi-cultural texts and resources.
The Certificate is granted to students who have completed at least 12 semester units
of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed
with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to demonstrate increased
reading and writing comprehension of English; demonstrate creative and critical thinking
as it applies to writing and reading; and demonstrate increased knowledge the principles
of Creative Writing.
Certificate Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE |
UNITS |
| ENGL 103 |
Creative Writing Workshop |
3 |
| ENGL 123 |
American Literature From 1865 to the Present |
3 |
| CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING |
| ENGL C1002 |
Introduction to Literature |
3 |
| ENGL 110 |
Introduction to World Literature from 1700 to the Present Time |
3 |
| ENGL 111 |
Women in Literature |
3 |
| ENGL 117 |
Film as Literature |
3 |
| ENGL 127 |
Children's Literature |
3 |
| ENGL 130 |
Science Fiction Literature |
3 |
| CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING |
|
| ENGL 112 |
Introduction to Screenwriting |
3 |
| ENGL 212 |
Advanced Screenwriting |
3 |
| ENGL 114 |
Introduction to Poetry: Creative Writing |
3 |
| ENGL 115 |
Introduction to Fiction: Creative Writing |
3 |
| ENGL 118 |
Introduction to Creative Nonfiction: Creative Writing |
3 |
| THTR 155 |
Introduction to Playwriting |
3 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
18 |
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Fall 2026 |
GCC Catalog 2026-2027 |
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records.
