Associate in Communications - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I972

Central Penn Advantages for Communications Majors

    * In support of real clients produce newsletters, create advertising campaigns and
       ads, write for the student e-newsletter and design print materials for area
       businesses
    * Discover hands-on education that includes garnering news coverage for events,
       taking field trips to local media outlets, and preparing media kits, strategic
       communications plans and press releases
    * Receive intense training in a variety of communications areas, including journalism,
       advertising, public relations and desktop publishing
    * Develop a professional portfolio that exhibits you work in desktop publishing, writing
       and special projects
    * Receive your Associate Degree in as little as 15 months
    * Experience small class sizes and personalized instruction
    * Learn from professors who have first-hand, real-world experience

What kind of work does a Communications graduate do?

Central Penn Communications graduates are experts in using different media to communicate effectively. Many of them find employment as advertising or public relations consultants, journalists and technical writers.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants entering the Communications Program must have a 2.0 GPA (or C average). Recommended preparation includes:

    * Strong background in communications
    * Desire to experience different media
    * Willingness to apply yourself in a variety of fields

Communications Internship

Upon completion of your program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by directly interacting with professionals in communications related fields. The internship gives you the opportunity to use all the knowledge you acquired while attending Central Penn. No matter where you complete your internship, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in this high-paying career.

Who will teach me?

All Communications-related faculty at Central Pennsylvania College are highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, helping guide students through course registration, etc. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.

Who will I work for?

Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. A partial list of employers of Central Penn Communications graduates includes:

    * Pavone, Harrisburg, PA
    * ABC 27, Harrisburg, PA
    * Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Hershey, PA
    * WITF, Harrisburg, PA
    * Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Auditor General Press Office, Harrisburg, PA