The Communication Department offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Video Production or Radio Production. This degree gives students hands-on experience and the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge to go directly into the workplace. Students studying in this program will learn to effectively use aesthetic theories of visual imaging and sound throughout the production process, through a combination of lectures, studio and field production, post-production editing, and multimedia delivery.

Courses in the program are all learning-based and are designed to engage students to participate in the material presented in the classroom. Students learn to become active participants in media, rather than mere passive receivers of information. As students participate in coursework, they become media literate and begin to broaden their knowledge, think critically, communicate effectively, and grow through ethical considerations and civic engagement.

The Communication Department strongly encourages interdepartmental collaboration and provides important opportunities for students in all areas of study to learn and incorporate multimedia content in each of their courses.

The Student Media Center (SMC) sets the Communication Department apart from other college programs. SMC provides a valuable step between coursework and working in the real-world. SMC offers students a paid learning environment that supports application of skills to create and produce media.

The Communication Department and SMC also collaborate to provide students independent study opportunities and valuable internships with local media partners. Each providing greater range of experience and assisting SLCC graduates to be more marketable. As multimedia content continues to surface in all areas of life, this degree gives students endless possibilities as they move to the workforce.