Speech/Communication
Associate of Arts
Program Details
This program is dedicated to understanding how humans communicate. It is designed for students who recognize that their future success as leaders in the Digital Age depends on compelling spoken and written messages that connect, educate, persuade and inspire audiences. For students trained in Speech Communication, employment possibilities include fields such as: business and sales management, advertising, public and media relations, personnel training, education, entertainment, organizational leadership, mediation and conflict management, religion, nonprofit leadership, politics and law. All courses used to satisfy the major must be completed with a "C" or better. (RQ 9468)
Additional Requirements
NoSpeech/Communication Pathways
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Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking skills in the areas of speaking and listening.
- Demonstrate oral and written communication skills to produce effective speeches.
- Demonstrate increased appreciation of the speech communication process.
