Journalism
Certificate of Achievement (CA) Journalism and Media Studies · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Las Positas College Certificate of Achievement in Journalism provides specific hands-on training that will prepare students for immediate job entry, especially involving broadcast and technology. The certificate has a broad-based focus that services to hone and refine students’ reading, writing, speaking, cultural literacy, and critical thinking skills, enabling them to succeed in an academic environment or in the workplace.
Career Opportunities
The Certificate of Achievement in Journalism provides a solid foundation and preparation for entry-level careers in reporting, public relations, print production, copyediting, broadcasting, videography, photography, and media technology.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Develop a broad understanding of the principles, roles, techniques, and effects of media in society.
- Prepare for careers in media and related fields.
Journalism (CA): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (12 Units) | ||
| JAMS 11 | Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting | 3 |
| JAMS 12 | Introduction to Photojournalism | 3 |
| JAMS 21A | Express College Newspaper A | 3 |
| JAMS 23 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| List A: Select Three (9 Units) | ||
| GDDM 64 | Adobe InDesign I | 3 |
| JAMS 3 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| JAMS 19A | Journal of Arts and Literature A | 3 |
| JAMS 19B | Journal of Arts and Literature B | 3 |
| JAMS 24A | Naked Magazine: College Magazine A | 3 |
| WRKX 95 | General Work Experience | 3 |
| List B: Select One (3 Units) | ||
| JAMS 1 | Introduction to Mass Communications | 3 |
| JAMS 2 | Introduction to Media | 3 |
| Total | 24 | |