Speech
Division: Humanities and Social Sciences
Phone: (650) 306-3336
Office: 3-205
Email: canhumanities@smccd.edu
Counseling:
Schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor at the Counseling
Center, Building 9, 1st Floor, 650-306-3452. Appointments are
available during day and evening hours.
Associate in Arts Degree - Speech
The Department of Speech Communication Studies offers a variety of classes that focus on the study of communication theory as well as the development of practical skills. Students acquire a wide variety of knowledge and skills in the areas of Communication Studies, Public Speaking, Oral Interpretation, Interpersonal Communication and Intercultural Communication. The instructors in this department emphasize the necessity of strong and logically structured argument in public speaking contexts, at the same time recognizing the primacy of humane and empathetic elements in all human communication. Classes are designed to assist students in becoming more competent communicators.
Communication skills are essential in both work and social settings. Oral and written communication skills are at the top of the list of qualities that employers look for in job candidates. Career opportunities for the program graduate includes the following careers: Advertising Executive, Business Executive, Communication Specialist, Consultant, Employee Relations Representative, Film Editor, Human Resource Administrator, Impression Management Specialist, Journalist, Media Consultant, Newscaster, Professor, Public Relations Representative, Publications, Radio Programmer, Sales Representative, Speech Writer, Teacher, Technical Writer, Television Producer, Trainer, Writer.
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS - SPEECH
| Complete Core Courses, 15 units | Units |
|---|---|
| Course Descriptions: SPCH | ANTH | PHIL | PSYC | SOCI | |
| SPCH 100 Public Speaking | 3 |
| SPCH 102 Introduction to Communication Studies | 3 |
| SPCH 111 Oral Interpretation | 3 |
| SPCH 120 Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| SPCH 150 Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| Selective courses: choose a minimum of 3 units from the following: | |
| ANTH 110 Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| PHIL 103 Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHIL 200 Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| PHIL 240 Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| PSYC 100 General Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 200 Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 300 Social Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOCI 141 Ethnicity and Race in Society | 3 |
| Associate Degree Unit Requirements Total | 18* |
* and required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.
TRANSFER PROGRAM - SPEECH
Cañada College offers lower division coursework required for transfer in Speech. Students should use PROJECT ASSIST (www.assist.org) to research lower division major requirements at the transfer destination(s) of their choice. Also, work with a Counselor/Advisor to determine appropriate transfer coursework.
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