Communication, AA with Designation

Additional information available on the Communication Department website.

Recommended basic skills courses are

• College Readiness in English
• College Readiness for Quantitative Literacy

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree with designation in Communication includes courses that are common to all four-year institutions in Colorado and will prepare you for continued study at a four-year college/university in pursuit of a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Communication. With a degree in Communication, you have employment opportunity in a variety of fields including public relations, political science, advertising, social services, journalism, education, film production and criticism, radio/television, event planning, sales, grant or technical writing, customer service, corporate communication, employee training, personal management, entertainment, social media, education, and foreign relations. The degree provides rhetorical and social scientific theory, tools, and techniques for analyzing, managing, and improving communication in every arena of professional and personal interaction. Courses may include public speaking, interpersonal and group communication, intercultural and organizational communication.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Communication degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify the unique characteristics of the field of Communication compared to other disciplines, such as psychology, sociology, and media studies
• Demonstrate verbal and nonverbal communication that reflect self-efficacy, adaptability, and professionalism in a variety of contexts
• Critique personal communication strengths and areas for improvement through self- reflection and peer feedback
• Compare diverse perspectives in interpersonal, organizational, and media-related settings
• Examine individual and cultural similarities and differences through effective intercultural communication
• Apply active listening and conflict management strategies in group settings

Full list of requirements can be found at Associate of Arts Degrees, AA .