Shape the Future of Communication.
Prepare for a dynamic career in communication, marketing, public relations, or media studies. The Communication Concentration within the Liberal Arts & Sciences (A.A.) program provides the foundation you need to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program and excel in communication-related fields.
With a basis in Liberal Arts & Sciences, you’ll be given the ability to broaden your horizons and expand your educational pursuits. You’re not going to learn the ability to perform one specific job; rather, you will be equipped with the knowledge to continue your education or enter the workforce as a well-rounded employee. You’ll learn how to think critically, communicate effectively, and pull together knowledge from many disciplines, skills that will prepare you for success in any career.
What makes our program stand out?
- Diverse Career Pathways: Build a strong foundation for careers in communication, marketing, public relations, and media studies.
- Practical Skill Development: Gain essential communication skills that are highly valued in today’s job market.
- Tailored Curriculum: Courses designed to align with bachelor’s degree requirements in communication-related fields.
- Seamless Transfer Opportunities: Easily transition to top institutions like PA State System Universities, the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, and Juniata College.
Why Enroll in Our Program?
- Career Versatility: Open doors to a wide range of industries, from media to corporate communication.
- Skill Building: Develop critical thinking, public speaking, and media literacy skills.
- Transfer Success: Join a program with proven transfer agreements to continue your education seamlessly.
- Supportive Environment: Benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from experienced faculty.
How and Where You Will Study
Students can enroll in this program in a variety of ways.
- In-Person at the Richland Campus, Blair Center, Centre County, Ebensburg Center, or the Somerset Center: Experience the benefits of in-person learning. At our designated Penn Highlands locations, you’ll attend daytime classes that offer hands-on learning, face-to-face instruction, and access to on-campus resources designed to support your success.
- Asynchronous Online Program: Complete your coursework in a fully asynchronous online environment through our learning management system, Brightspace. This flexible format means there are no set class times. You can watch videos, read course materials, and submit assignments on your own schedule, as long as you meet the due dates set by your instructor.
Program availability:
- Blair Center
- Centre County
- Ebensburg Center
- Richland Campus
- Somerset Center
- Online (With programs that are fully online, some classes may be offered at our physical locations.)