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Program Requirements

Family Communication, Certificate


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Family Communication
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Program Requirements

The certificate in family communication consists of 19 credit hours of coursework, of which a minimum of 12 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through courses offered by the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. A maximum of six credit hours may be shared between the certificate and a major. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the certificate must be passed with a "C" (2.00) or better.
The courses listed are suggested and actual courses should be selected in conjunction with an academic advisor. Four courses must be selected from at least two content areas listed. A one credit hour exit portfolio is required and may be taken after a minimum of 12 hours toward the certificate has been completed.
Required Courses -- 6 credit hours
Content Area Courses -- 12 credit hours
Content Area Course (6)
Upper Division Content Area Course (6)

Select four courses from at least two content areas. At least six hours must be upper division. Listed courses are suggestions; courses for the certificate should be selected in conjunction with the certificate advisor.
Social and Cultural Elements of the Family
Health and Family Development
Technology, Media and the Family
Community Application
Family Communication Portfolio -- 1 credit hours
Notes: The communication portfolio is a synthesis of the student's family communication academic experience. The portfolio itself integrates each student's experience with theory and concepts from coursework. The portfolio may take a variety of forms, to be negotiated by each student and the instructor. This course is to be taken after a minimum of 12 credit hours toward the certificate have been completed.
Listed courses are suggestions; courses for the certificate should be selected in conjunction with the certificate advisor.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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