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| * | Group - Dept | Status | Approved | Date Reviewed | Reviewer | Comments |
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| 1 | Curriculum Mentor Routing Group - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 10/31/2013 | Curriculum Mentor | |
| 2 | Division Chair/Program Manager Routing Group - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 11/12/2013 | Karen Hindhede | |
| 3 | Curriculum Office (Notice Curriculum Change Prep) - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 11/12/2013 | Jennie Lee Voyce | On November 12, 2013 Notice of Curriculum Change |
| 4 | Proposed Curriculum Changes Routing Group - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 11/21/2013 | Jennie Lee Voyce | Notice of Curriculum Change complete 11-21-13 |
| 5 | Awaiting Curriculum Committee Review - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 11/26/2013 | Jennie Lee Voyce | Scheduled for Curriculum Committee meeting 12-4-13 |
| 6 | Curriculum Committee Meeting - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 12/18/2013 | Jennie Lee Voyce | Approved by Curriculum Committee 12-4-13 |
| 7 | Academic Dean Routing Group - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 12/19/2013 | Debra Foster | |
| 8 | Outline Management - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 01/06/2014 | Jennie Lee Voyce | |
| 9 | CAO Routing Group - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 01/09/2014 | Daniel Wright | |
| 10 | Curriculum Office (Catalog) - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 01/22/2014 | Jennie Lee Voyce | Entered in 2014-2015 Academic Catalog 1-22-14 |
| 11 | Curriculum Office (Final) - COM - Communications | Completed | Approved | 01/22/2014 | Jennie Lee Voyce |
| Originator: | Valerie Jensen Status: Approved Department: COM - Communications |
| Date Created: | 09/04/2013 Submitted: 09/04/2013 Completed: 01/22/2014 To ACETS: |
| Curriculum Mentor: | Beth Krueger |
| Title: | Communication Skills for the Professional Certificate |
| Effective Year: | 2014 |
| Effective Semester: | Fall |
| Justification for Development of the Degree/Certificate: | Certificate will enable students to pursue a credential which may help them in current or future employment. Communication skills are one of the most highly desired skills sought by employers today. A recent article in the Chronicle of Higher Education summarized the results of two recent surveys, one by the Association of American Colleges and Universities which found that 93% of employers survey found that the ability to communicate clearly was more important than an undergraduate's major. The other survey was done by The Chronicle and found that employers said college graduates were most lacking in "written and oral communication skills". Additionally the National Association of Colleges and Employers' Job Outlook 2013 survey employers ranked as the top skill desired in new college graduate hires as the "ability to verbally communicate with persons inside and outside the organization".
Students seeking a transfer degree will also be able to earn a certificate during their course of study as this certificate will be stacked into a new A.A. in Communication Studies degree which will be submitted shortly. References: http://chronicle.com/article/Giving-Employers-What-They/139877 http://www.naceweb.org/s10242012/skills-abilities-qualities-new-hires/ Edit |
| Target Populations: | Transfer students, or students wishing to improve communication skills. Students will have a credential to ensure employers they have significant training in communication skills. |
| Projected Student Enrollment: | Goal will be 10 students per year |
| Projected Employment Opportunities: | This certificate would not lead to a particular employment opportunity, but would give students significant training in highly sought after communication skills. |
| Projected Impact on Existing Programs within the District or State: | Very little. Enrollment in COM courses may increase slightly. |
| Evidence to Support Major Institutional Planning Priorities and Directions: | The new certificate program would support the following strategic goals:
(1) Ensure broad access to high-quality innovative educational programs, services and training opportunities for Pinal County residents; (2) Improve student retention, persistence, completion and job placement; (3) Optimize fiscal resources that support the needs and expectations of students and the community; (4) Contribute to the economic vitality, workforce development, and job training needs of Pinal County and surrounding region. Rationale: The new Communication Certificates are a result of Dr. Helmich's direct vision and goal in increasing Work Force Development programming. |
| Timeline for Implementation: | Certificate offered beginning Fall 2014 |
| Similar Community College Programs: | In the state of Arizona, Eastern Arizona College offers an A.A. degree in Communication Studies, but no certificate programs. Cochise College offers an A.A. degree in Communication, but no certificate programs. Maricopa Community College District offers a 30 credit certificate, Communication Competence in the Workplace, but no degree option specifically in communication. No other Arizona community colleges offer communication specific certificate or degree programs. |
| Limitations for Delivery of Degree/Certificate: | None. |
| Advisory Committee Support: | No advisory committee. |
| List of New Courses Developed for the Degree/Certificate: | COM 259, Professional Communication, is the only new course. It is required within the certificate. |
| Sites: | Aravaipa - AVC Arizona State Prison - ASP Casa Grande Center -CGC Corporate Center - CC Florence Center - FLC Maricopa Campus Maricopa Center - MC San Tan Campus San Tan Center Signal Peak Campus - SPC Statewide/Disrict/Online - DSP Superstition Mountain - SMC 100% Online |
| Total New Courses: | 1 |
| Total Courses: | 7 |
| Percentage of New Courses: | 14% |
| Total Credits Required: | 21 |
| Prerequisite(s): | RDG094 and ENG100 |
| Corequisite(s): | None |
| Recommended Proficiencies: | None |
| Program Description (Catalog format): | The Communication Skills for the Professional Certificate prepares students with strong professional communication skills applicable to a wide-variety of employment situations. The Certificate also familiarizes students with communication technologies. Students are prepared for continued education in communication studies. |
| Program Requirements (Catalog format): | Communication Skills for the Professional Certificate (21 Credits)
Prerequisites: RDG094 and ENG100 Core Requirements (15) COM100 Fundamentals of Human Communication (3) COM259 Professional Communication (3) COM101 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR COM263 Intercultural Communication COM202 Introduction to Group Communication (3) OR COM206 Public Speaking (3) ENG101 English Composition III (3) OR ENG121 Applied Technical Writing (3) Select one of the following course pairs (6): MSC120 Graphic Design and Adobe InDesign (3) AND MSC122 Introduction to Web Design (3) OR CIS120 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) AND CBA210 Web Development Tools (3) Other Requirements Students must earn a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Students must earn at least one-third of the Certificate credits from CAC. |
| Program Measurable Student Learning Outcomes: | 1. (Comprehension Level) Explain the variables within and complexity of the human communication process.
2. (Application Level) Demonstrate oral communication competence in a variety of professional contexts. 3. (Application Level) Produce effective written communication for basic professional contexts. 4. (Application Level) Demonstrate effective decoding and listening skills in a variety of professional contexts. 5. (Synthesis Level) Use multiple technologies to produce effective messages for a variety of professional situations. 6. (Comprehension Level) Explain the dynamics of human communication within social relationships. |
| Internal or External Standards or Accreditation Requirements: | None |
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| Document | Document Name | File Type |
|---|---|---|
| Review Document | Business and Professional Communication - 2013-09-04 21:06:48 Etc/GMT | application/pdf |
| Review Document | CAO.approved.Commun.Skills.4.Profes.Cert - 2013-11-05 23:16:10 Etc/GMT | application/pdf |