Certificate Programs

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Length: One-year Program - Two semesters plus one Summer session

Purpose: This certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level employment in careers where the gathering and dissemination of information is the primary objective. Journalists and practitioners in affiliated fields may find this program appropriate for updating their abilities and qualifications.

Occupational Objectives:

Newspaper Reporter Radio/Television Reporter
Television Anchor Journal/Magazine Writer
Advertising Copywriter Technical Writer
Sports Writer Freelance Writer
Promotions/Special Events Manager Public Relations Officer

Admissions Requirements: Applicant must meet the general requirements of admission to the college. In addition, entry into the Journalism program requires proficiency in English as measured by appropriate tests administered by the College Counseling department. The ability to type proficiently, although not required, would also be of enormous benefit.

Program Requirements: In order to provide the student with a broad experience in the different types of media, i. e., newspaper, radio and television, the Journalism curriculum will feature courses in Journalism, Mass Media, Radio and Television, Writing for Radio and Television, Photography, and Computer Graphics. These courses are in addition to general courses which are also part of the curriculum. The program also features an internship which will provide an opportunity for students to earn hands-on experience in the field. Students who complete the requirements of the program will be awarded a Certificate in Journalism.

Course
Number		 Course Title Lecture
Hours		 Lab
Hours		 Course
Credits
First Semester
BCS 115 Audio Prod. for Electronic Media 3 3 4
ENG 101* Practical Writing I 3 0 3
ENG 120 Survey of Mass Media 3 0 3
ENG 121 Intro. to Journalism I 3 0 3
ART 283 Computer Graphics I 2 2 4
SDV 108 College Survival Skills 1 0 1
TOTAL 15 7 18
         
  Second Semester      
ART 284 Computer Graphics II 2 4 4
BCS 130 Media Performance 2 3 3
PHT 101 Photography 1 1 4 3
ITE Elective 3 0 3
ENG 122 Intro. to Journalism II 3 0 3
TOTAL 11 11 16
Summer Session
ART 291 Computerized Graphic Design 2 4 4
BCS 190 Coord. Internship in Journalism 0 5 3
MKT 220 Principles of Advertising 3 0 3
TOTAL 5 9 10

Total Minimum Credits for Journalism Certificate 44

* Students who wish to pursue a Baccalaureate degree in Journalism need to take ENG 111.