Program Overview
The Communication Studies program at SLCC is designed to help students develop a broad range of communication skills and an understanding of how communication affects individuals, organizations and societies. This major is designed to increase communication competence, understand and explain communication messages, and improve ability to analyze communication related challenges and come up with effective solutions.
An Associate of Science degree may be obtained while pursuing coursework in Communication. Elective hours may be selected from department approved lists to emphasize the student's interest area within communication. Communication courses range from basic introductory courses to specialized courses.
Career Opportunities
Administrative Aid/Consultant, Business Manager, Community Affairs Specialist, Communication Analysis, Community Relations Specialist, Communication Researcher, Corporate Trainer, Crisis Manager, Development (fund-raising), Diversity Consultant, Issues Advocate, Events Planner, Negotiation Director, Lobbyist, Political Analysis, Publicist, Speech Writer/Coach, etc.
What You Will Learn
- Apply key and foundational concepts related to interpretive, critical, and social science studies of communication.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Apply communication skills to manage conflict and resolve problems in relationships.
- Create effective and logical arguments.
- Practice applying communication theories to improve personal communication habits.
- Research and reference academic communication texts.
- Practice ethical communication in various contexts.
- Solve communication problems by analyzing and respecting conflicting points of view.
- Adapt an audience-centered approach to communication encounters.
Estimated Cost
Books: $400-$500
Course Fees: $100
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.