BASIC ART: CERTIFICATE

A CREATIVE FUTURE

Turn your creative passion and artistic talent into an educational pursuit.

The Basic Art certificate program is designed to extend the humanities related courses and provides access to the study of visual arts. It complements and extends the current Art History and Appreciation humanities offerings and provides an introduction to drawing, painting, and watercolor.

The 18-credit-hour certificate program can be completed in as little as one semester. Day, evening and online courses give you the flexibility you need. Courses include art history, basic drawing, painting, watercolor and more.

This program is a great choice for those who are looking to pursue art as a hobby or career.

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Quick Facts

ART HISTORY

Learn about art history from the Paleolithic age to the Renaissance to modern times.

EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Get an overview of a wide-range of materials and techniques including composition and applications.

FAST

The 18-credit-hour certificate program can be completed in as little as one semester.

ACCREDITATION

Technical College of the Lowcountry is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Technical College of the Lowcountry may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

PROGRAM COST

Tuition: 18 credits x $214 per credit = $3,852.

Remember, this is before S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance and other financial aid, which could drop your costs by more than half. In fact, after financial aid, many students attend for free. See more about paying for TCL.

*Based on Fall 2022 in-state, in-service-area tuition. Your actual cost may differ. Does not include fees, books and other costs. Qualifications vary.