Program overview

Do you want to become a confident speaker and a better listener? In this program, you’ll build skills to express yourself clearly, think on your feet, and connect with people in any setting. From speeches to group projects, you’ll gain hands-on practice that strengthens your voice and boosts your confidence. This transfer degree prepares you to continue at a university while opening doors to exciting careers in public relations, teaching, law, media, and business. Strong communication is one of the most valuable skills employers look for, making this degree a smart foundation for your future.

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Communication Studies 2.0

Associate of Arts for Transfer

Program Units: 58.5 - 76.0 UNITS

About Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT)

The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a California State University (CSU). Students completing the Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students who have been awarded an AA-T or AS-T similar to their intended CSU major are able to complete the remaining requirements for the 120-unit baccalaureate degree within 60 semester units, after transferring. Students planning to transfer to a university that is not part of the CSU system are encouraged to speak with a Lemoore College counselor and consult with ASSIST.org to plan accordingly.

To earn an AA-T or an AS-T degree, a student must:

  • Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
  • Complete all major requirements with grades of C or better. A P (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. Pass is defined as C or better.
  • Complete the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), which requires 34 semester units. Double counting of major and Cal-GETC courses is encouraged and permitted.

This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan.
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This program map from the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible path through the program and is for reference only. Selections made here do not constitute an official education plan. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Fall 2026 1st Term – 13.5 - 25.0 UNITS
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Required Core Courses
3 Units
Major
Area 1A : English Composition
4 Units
Major
Area 3A : Arts
3 Units
Major
Area 4 : Social and Behavioral Sciences
3 Units
Major
Transferable Electives
1-12 Units
Elective
Spring 2027 2nd Term – 15.0 - 19.0 UNITS
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Required Core Courses
3 Units
Major
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Program Electives
3 Units
Major
Area 2 : Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
3-6 Units
Major
Area 3B : Humanities
3-4 Units
Major
Area 4 : Social and Behavioral Sciences
3 Units
Major
Fall 2026 3rd Term – 15.0 - 16.0 UNITS
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Required Core Courses
3 Units
Major
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Required Core Courses
3 Units
Major
Area 1B : Critical Thinking and Composition
3 Units
Major
Area 5B : Biological Sciences
3-4 Units
Major
Transferable Electives
1-12 Units
Elective
Spring 2027 4th Term – 15.0 - 16.0 UNITS
Communication Studies 2.0 (AAT) Required Core Courses
3 Units
Major
Area 5A : Physical Sciences
4-5 Units
Major
Area 6 : Ethnic Studies
3 Units
Major
Transferable Electives
1-12 Units
Elective
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Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $28,000 to over $285,000 with an average salary of $84,000. Education for these associated careers ranges from Bachelor's Degree to Master's Degree.

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Program Learning Outcomes

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Students will be able to demonstrate basic public speaking delivery techniques.
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Students will be able to solve problems utilizing effective conflict management styles, decision making, and leadership.
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Students will be able to understand and utilize the interdependent nature of verbal and nonverbal communication in the communication transactional process.
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Students will be able to demonstrate effective argumentation by formulating written and/or oral arguments that are free of errors in reasoning.
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Students will be able to perform a variety of verbal and nonverbal skills to bring literature to life and heighten the effectiveness of the performer’s message.