Tekom and tekom certifications
What Is tekom Europe?
Tekom Europe is the world’s largest professional association for technical communication. Founded in Germany in 1978, it has grown into a global network of more than 9,500 professionals working in technical writing, and global content development.
Today, tekom Europe plays a central role in shaping the technical communication industry by providing internationally recognized certification programs, professional training, and access to global best practices.
Whether you plan to work in Europe or internationally, tekom certifications are widely
recognized by employers in technical communication, localization, and related fields.
Why combining a tekom certification and the TCLoc
Master’s Degree?
As a TCLoc partner, tekom Europe offers our students access to TCTrainNet, an international online training and certification program. This program leads to the “Technical Communicator (tekom) — Professional Level” certification. The certification is also accredited by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators (ISTC), confirming that TCTrainNet reflects current best practices and meets internationally recognized standards.
This partnership provides not only additional learning resources but also enhances the global recognition of the TCLoc master’s program. As a result, graduates benefit from a certification that is widely acknowledged in the field of technical communication, wherever they choose to work.
Students enrolled in the TCLoc Master’s program have the option to replace approximately 120 hours of coursework with the TCTrainNet certification program. This option is not mandatory, but it is available to TCLoc students at a significantly reduced fee. Successful completion leads to the “Technical Communicator (tekom) – Professional Level” certificate.
Obtaining this certification equips students with a solid understanding of the core principles of technical communication, as well as a globally recognized, certified skill set that can serve as a strong foundation for their professional careers.
“The tekom certification came as an ideal complement to the TCLoc master’s program. It gave me the chance to study in depth all aspects of technical content creation.”
Silvia Döhnert, TCLoc Graduate 2017
“The tekom certification came as an ideal complement to the TCLoc master’s program. It gave me the chance to study in depth all aspects of technical content creation.”
Silvia Döhnert, TCLoc Graduate 2017
Launch Your Career in Technical Communication
Earning a tekom certification demonstrates:
- A strong foundation in technical communication principles
- Practical, industry-relevant skills
- Knowledge aligned with international standards
Combined with a Master’s degree in localization and technical communication, this certification gives graduates a competitive advantage in global job markets, including roles such as:
- Technical Writer
- Content Developer
- Information Architect
What Does tekom Offer?
In addition to certification, tekom provides free student membership, giving access to a wide range of professional resources throughout your studies.
These include:
- Industry events and conferences
- Professional publications
- Networking opportunities with international experts
Key resources include:
tcworld conference
The largest international conference in technical communication, held annually in Stuttgart, Germany. TCLoc students are encouraged to attend and connect with professionals, recruiters, and fellow students from around the world.
tcworld magazine
A leading publication covering topics such as localization, global content strategy, business communication, and technical writing trends.
Stay Connected to Industry Trends
tekom’s monthly newsletters keep students informed about:
- Career opportunities and industry developments
- International conferences and events
- Emerging trends in technical communication and localization