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Communication - Verbal Emphasis
Degree Type
9-credit Technical Certificate
Program Code
40-801-CC
Time to Degree
Less than 1 year
Start Date
August / January / June
How You'll Learn
Online
On Campus
Hybrid
Daytime
Evening
Interpersonal communication is a crucial skill in most industries, whether you’re giving a presentation, participating in a meeting, or working face-to-face with patients, clients or customers. Learn and practice techniques to become a better speaker in both the workplace and daily life.
How To Apply
- Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
- Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your reading and writing skills:
- High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
- ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
- Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
- If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.
*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.
Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.
Program Details
Contact Us
Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.
High School Eligibility
This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >
Financial Aid
This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.
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