Civil Communication, Certificate
Apply what you're learning in hands-on settings, where hands-on practice helps you build genuine communication strengths. Those strengths support leadership, teamwork and problem solving across whatever career path you decide to pursue.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Civil Communication undergraduate certificate description
The certificate program in civil communication provides you with specific training in dialogue-based methods of civility, the application of critical civil communication skills in public spheres, and civil and productive modes of argumentation.
This specialization enables you to recognize and competently practice and facilitate civil discourse --- for which there's an ever-increasing demand --- in society and in workplace organizations. The foundational courses offer you the opportunity for transdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement.
Why earn a civil communication undergraduate certificate at ASU?
What makes this undergraduate certificate stand out is its dedicated focus on civil communication, a specialization that remains rare across most campuses.
You can join the Speech and Debate Team to put the skills from this certificate into practice within a collegial, competitive setting alongside fellow students.
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 civil communication requires 18 credit hours, of which 12 credit hours must be upper-division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the certificate requirements. |
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COM 222 Argumentation
(CIVI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 225 Public Speaking and Presentations
(CIVI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 327 Civil Communication
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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9 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 9 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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Enrollment requirements
Requests to declare this certificate are reviewed by the academic advisor in the academic unit offering the certificate. Students may be contacted to discuss the certificate before it is added to their record.
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.
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Careers this civil communication undergraduate certificate prepares you for
Graduates who have combined the certificate in civil communication with their major program of study may be more marketable to employers. They often decide to pursue employment in social services, public policy or workplace organization.
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Hugh Downs School of Human Communication
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STAUF A412
communication@asu.edu
480-965-5095
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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