Communication Skills Certificate

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About the Communication Skills Certificate Program

In today’s fast-moving workplace, communication isn’t just important, it’s a differentiator. The best ideas only succeed when they’re expressed clearly, confidently, and in a way that resonates. This certificate program equips participants with the tools to do exactly that, blending practical techniques in writing, speaking, and interpersonal communication to help them craft messages that connect and inspire.

Through hands-on learning and real-world application, participants build a versatile communication toolkit they can immediately apply across diverse audiences and professional situations, leaving them ready to communicate with clarity, purpose, and impact.

Certificate Requirements

This program is offered in Portsmouth, UNH Manchester, and Live Online. 

  • To earn the certificate, complete six of the Communication Skills workshops listed below. The program must be completed within two years, giving you the flexibility to choose the topics most aligned with your goals.
  • Enroll in the Communication Skills Certificate program. To enroll,  add the "CS Certificate Enrollment fee" to your cart at checkout when signing up for any of the workshops (an additional one-time $50 fee).

Upcoming Workshops & Programs

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Upcoming Communication SKILLS Workshops

SPRING 2026

FALL 2026

 

 

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Certificate Information

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Coursework must be completed within two years. If you are enrolled in multiple certificate programs, a maximum of two workshops can count toward more than one certificate. Required workshops cannot be waived, though substitutions may be approved on a case-by-case basis. UNH reserves the right to modify or discontinue programs at any time.

Enrollment

You don’t need to be enrolled in a certificate program to attend workshops. To have courses count toward a certificate, enroll before your third workshop in that content area. Add the certificate to your cart at checkout for a one-time $50 fee. For help, call (603) 862-7380.

Scheduling & Locations

Workshops are offered in Portsmouth, Manchester, and Live Online. Most are available each spring and fall, though some are offered once a year. Programs are designed so certificates can often be completed within a year. There are no set start or end dates. 

Completion & Certificates

Progress is tracked automatically in your Learn for Life account. Digital certificates are issued within two weeks. If you haven’t received your certificate after three weeks, please email us at professional.development@unh.edu.
 

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Each individual workshop varies in cost. You may view the tuition price of each workshop by following the links above. Payment when registering can be completed on a class-to-class basis, or all together. There is also a one-time $50 certificate administration fee.

Select your workshop(s) above and continue to "Enroll Now." Follow the steps provided to register for the workshop and reserve your seat. To enroll in the certificate program, add the "Certificate Enrollment fee" to your cart at checkout for a one-time $50 fee. For help, call (603) 862-7380.

We highly recommend registering for these workshops early as they tend to fill up. Some workshops may have limited seats/spots available. Enrollment may close up to five days prior to the workshop start date.

You may view the location of each workshop above and/or when registering for a workshop. Specific directions to the workshop location will be provided upon registration or can be found here.

If the workshop you are registering for is listed as "Live Online," the workshop will take place in a live virtual format via Zoom. More information will be provided upon registration.

This may be due to the workshop being at maximum capacity, canceled, or not currently scheduled. We recommend checking back routinely for updates. You may also contact us for further information.

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CONTACT:

Zainab Qari, Senior Program Manager
603-641-4350
zainab.qari@unh.edu