Associate of Arts in Speech Communication

San Antonio College (Alamo Colleges)

The Speech Communication Program combines applied, practical knowledge with the art and theory of communication. The need to communicate effectively is important in every personal and professional relationship. Speech is also a core requirement for almost every degree program. Communication is what makes us human. When someone majors in Speech Communication, they can demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both face to face and computer mediated. Communication skills are vital to successful human interaction. Course topics include leadership skills, group dynamics, effective interviewing techniques, interpersonal relations, public speaking, using your voice effectively, oral interpretation, and conflict resolution. A major in Speech Communication allows for flexibility in looking for employment. A person with this focus has limitless career possibilities. Communication skills are valued in personnel training, advertising, hotel management, political consulting, law, teaching, higher education administration, speech-writing, business, public relations, technical communication, and radio/television/online broadcasting.