这项一年制证书课程提供有关媒体研究，批评以及与媒体相关主题的专业写作的实践研究。强调的主题领域包括媒体历史和批评，新闻报道和写作，新闻摄影，影视研究和剧本写作。通过完成该课程而获得的写作技巧还将提高任何转学专业的能力，尤其是对艺术，设计，传播，教育或广播感兴趣的人。所有计划的学生都有机会发展丰富多样的写作作品集。在线提供媒体批评和新闻证书。该证书课程可以作为独立的“一年证书”课程进行，也可以作为未成年人并与学士学位一起获得事先批准。该证书可以与应用科学副学士学位或电子媒体技术专业证书相结合，以在计划完成后
This One-Year Certificate program provides practical study in media research, criticism, and professional writing on media-related topics. Subject areas emphasized include media history and criticism, journalistic reporting and writing, photojournalism, film and television studies, and scriptwriting. The writing skills gained through completion of this program will also enhance the abilities of any transfer major, particularly those interested in art, design, communications, education, or broadcasting. All program students have the opportunity to develop a substantial and varied writing portfolio. The Media Criticism and Journalism certificate is offered on-line. The certificate program may be pursued as a stand-alone One-Year Certificate program, or may be undertaken as a minor in conjunction with a baccalaureate degree with prior approval. This certificate may be combined with the Associate of Applied Science or Professional Certificate in Electronic Media Technology for an enhanced set of professional credentials upon completion of the program. Students interested in this option must consult with academic and financial aid advisors to determine a plan for dual completion.