Launch your broadcasting and social media career.
Turn your passion for content, audio, and on-air talent into real-world skills. Our Social Media and Broadcasting Certificate gives you hands-on experience in social media management, production, and distribution, and an introduction to on-air broadcasting and audio recording. This certificate features two three-credit apprenticeships with Seven Mountains Media, a large radio broadcast group in central Pennsylvania. You’ll work in a real studio, build a portfolio, and graduate ready to launch your career, all without lifelong debt.
What makes our program stand out?
- Real-World Skills: Learn social media management, content production, scripting, and audio recording you can use from day one.
- Real Industry Apprenticeships: Complete two hands-on apprenticeships with Seven Mountains Media / Pop 104, one each semester, working alongside broadcast professionals.
- Clear Pathway Forward: This certificate feeds seamlessly into the Media Production degree program, so your credits keep working for you.
Why Enroll in Our Program?
- Career Readiness: Graduate with the practical, future-ready skills employers want in today’s media landscape.
- Powerful Industry Partnership: Train with central Pennsylvania’s largest radio broadcast group and build connections that matter.
- Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced instructors and working professionals dedicated to your success.
- Hands-On Experience: Spend your time creating, producing, and broadcasting, not just reading about it.
How and Where You Will Study
- In-Person at the Richland Campus: Most classes are held in person at the Richland Campus, with some courses available online as part of the College’s standard schedule. You’ll get face-to-face instruction and access to on-campus resources.
- Apprenticeships at Seven Mountains Media: Apprenticeships take place at the Seven Mountains Media studios in Lower Yoder Township, suburban Johnstown, where you’ll gain authentic, on-site experience.