Salem State College: Speech Communication Programs

Theatre & Speech Communication

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Salem, MA 01970
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Speech Communication

The Speech Communication unit seeks to give students: (1) the knowledge and skills in speech communication that will benefit them interpersonally and professionally; and (2) an understanding of the importance of ethical and responsible speech communication in society.
The Speech Requirement
Prior to receiving a baccalaureate degree from Salem State College, all students must demonstrate competency in Speech Communication.

The Speech requirement may be satisfied in either of the following ways:

By successfully completing one of the SPC 101 courses or SPC 102H.
By passing the Speech Exemption Examination. This exemption carries three credits. See the current Master Schedule of Courses for details of the exemption procedure.

Speech Communication Minor

The study of oral Communication benefits students majoring in all fields with particular attraction to those students interested in pursuing careers in business, law, media, politics, education and helping/service professions. The minor consists of a total of 18 credit hours (6 courses).

Required Courses (9 credits)

SPC 207	Voice and Diction	3
SPC 209N	Argument and Persuasion in Public Speaking	3
SPC 215	Intercultural Communication	3

Electives (choose 3)

SPC 203	Organizational Communication	3
SPC 204	Group Communication and Team Building	3
SPC 211	Oral Interpretation of Literature	3
SPC 213	The Language of Leadership	3
SPC 301N	Communication Skills for Conflict Management	3
SPC 303	Consultation Skills	3
SPC 501	Directed Study in Speech Communication	3

The college core requirement of Speech may not be used as part of the credit hours for a minor in Speech Communication.

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