Arizona State University New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences 35 courses 19 total credits
In the certificate program in family communication, you focus on issues that affect communication within the family. This program complements the communication program by bringing together an array of courses with implications for the family unit, such as new media and health courses. You are also encouraged to take courses in other disciplines that complement the family-related communication courses.
| Total Credits | 19 credits |
Program Requirements
The certificate in family communication consists of 19 credit hours of coursework, of which a minimum of 13 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the certificate must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 312 | Communication, Conflict, and Negotiation | 3 |
| COM 410 | Advanced Interpersonal Communication | |
| COM 417 | Communication and Aging | 3 |
| COM 411 | Communication in the Family | 3 |
| COM 485 | Communication Portfolio | 1 |
| Total Program Requirements | 7 credits | |
Family Communication Electives
Students must complete courses from at least two different areas below. Students must also complete at least two courses outside of the COM subject.
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Family Communication Electives
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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