Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Communications Certificate

Certificate
Richard Bland College

The Communication Certificate (9 cr.) is designed to equip students interested in pursuing any degree or profession with outstanding skills with communication and human interaction.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Required courses include: Public Speaking, Intro to Communication, and Interpersonal Communication.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Required courses include: Public Speaking, Intro to Communication, and Interpersonal Communication.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Richard Bland College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses The Communication Certificate (9 cr.) is designed to equip students interested in pursuing any degree or profession with outstanding skills with communication and human interaction.
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
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Program Credit Requirements
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion The completion of an Associate’s Degree program at Richard Bland allows our students to seamlessly transfer to any of our 40+ partner colleges and universities, provided that they meet the GPA requirements for their chosen institution.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning https://www.rbc.edu/academics/apibclep-credit/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Richard Bland College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? At Richard Bland College, we prepare our students for a lifetime of endless potential. Our campus is diverse and inclusive and offers academically rigorous programs grounded in liberal arts, guaranteed admissions to more than 40 other colleges and universities, small class sizes, student-run clubs, a selective honors program, athletics, and on-campus housing. Every student has access to support services to help them achieve their personal goals and to help them prepare for university transfer.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year The catalog year is determined by the first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.rbc.edu/why-rbc/four-year-transfer-partners/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Randolph-Macon CollegeCommunication Studies (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Bridgewater CollegeStrategic Communications - BSBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Roanoke CollegeBachelor of Arts in Communication StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Social Science Degree Communications MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Social Sciences: Communication MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Marymount University Communication (BA)BachelorBachelor of Art4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Arts, Major in Media Arts and DesignBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Science, Major in Communication StudiesBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Science, Major in Media Arts and DesignBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Arts, Major in Communication StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Norfolk State UniversityBachelor of Science in Mass Communications - General Broadcast ConcentrationBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Bridgewater CollegeProfessional Writing Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Averett UniversityBachelor of Arts in CommunicationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Averett UniversityBachelor of Science in CommunicationBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMedia and Communication (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBA in Communication in AdvertisingBachelorBachelor of Arts in Communication4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBA in Communication in CommunicationBachelorBachelor of Arts in Communication4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBA in Communication in Multimedia JournalismBachelorBachelor of Arts in Communication4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBA in Communication in Public RelationsBachelorBachelor of Arts in Communication4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBA in Communication in Sports Media and AnalyticsBachelorBachelor of Arts in Communication4-YearIn-Person
The University of Virginia's College at WiseBachelor of Arts in English, Major in CommunicationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1122.00Communications Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-3043.05Poets, Lyricists and Creative WritersCreate original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
11-2032.00Public Relations ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client.Management Occupations
27-3043.00Writers and AuthorsOriginate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-3041.00EditorsPlan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-3023.00News Analysts, Reporters, and JournalistsNarrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-3011.00Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysSpeak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-3031.00Public Relations SpecialistsPromote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media. May specialize in using social media.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-3099.00Media and Communication Workers, All OtherAll media and communication workers not listed separately.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
13-1131.00FundraisersOrganize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
11-2033.00Fundraising ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.Management Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 9 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Communications Certificate at Richard Bland College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $214 Per Credit $1,926 $0 $1,926
Fees
Comprehensive Fee $80 Per Credit $720 0 $720 Comprehensive Fee
Technology Fee $17 Per Credit $153 0 $153 Technology Fee
Distance Education Fee $27 Per Credit $243 0 $243 Distance Education Fee
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.