Communication Training and Assessment, Certificate
Take your communication skills to the next level by learning how to train, coach and assess others in workplace and public settings. You'll be ready to step into leadership roles where strong communication makes all the difference.
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Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Program description
The certificate program in communication training and assessment prepares you to assess communication skills in business, professional and community settings and to develop training efforts that help others improve their communication skills.
Access to the award-winning, state-of-the-art CommLabASU builds your skills in communication training, presentation skills, professional development and assessment practices.
The combination of relevant coursework and hands-on experience developed through CommLabASU equips you with the knowledge and expertise necessary to train others in various professional and community settings.
Why earn a communication training and assessment undergraduate certificate at ASU?
This certificate adds a second layer to your studies by centering on how communication skills are taught, mentored and assessed.
Courses
This undergraduate certificate includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The certificate requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the certificate, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The certificate in communication training and assessment consists of 18 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 earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the certificate must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
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COM 225 Public Speaking and Presentations
(CIVI)
or
COM 325 Advanced Public Speaking and Presentations
(CIVI)
or
COM 342 Oral History and Storytelling
(HUAD)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 383 Communication and Mentoring
or
COM 483 Advanced Communication and Mentoring
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 453 Communication Training and Development
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 482 Communication, Instruction and Training
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Design training and assessment messages using evidence-based communication principles.
- Evaluate communication performance using established assessment criteria.
Design training and assessment messages using evidence-based communication principles.Enrollment requirements
This certificate is open to students in any major. Students who wish to pursue this certificate should consult an academic advisor in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences to ensure that the appropriate set of courses is taken.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Here are the admission and application details
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Careers this communication training and assessment undergraduate certificate prepares you for
Graduates of the program have a solid background for opportunities in government, private industry and nonprofit organizations. Potential positions include:
- advertising and promotions manager
- human relations manager
- marketing associate
- marketing manager
- mediator
- public relations and fundraising manager
- public relations specialist
- sales manager
- training and development manager
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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FAB N101
sbsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
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. 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.
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.
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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