Technical Communication: Programs & Pathways


Create stories for today's media landscape

In today’s digital world, strong communication goes beyond traditional writing. Learn how to create clear, engaging content that connects with people across multiple media platforms. The Technical Communication program at College of County develops your storytelling and digital production skills so you can start or advance your creative career.

Learn to create content for:

  • blogs
  • websites
  • social media
  • podcasts
  • video
  • audio
  • multimedia communication campaigns for organizations and businesses

Prepare for a creative career in:

  • content creation
  • corporate storytelling
  • social media strategy
  • digital publishing
  • multimedia journalism
  • marketing communication
  • game writing
  • related fields

Follow your interests to showcase your skills

Choose from a long list of elective courses. Complete the core courses in your Technical Communication program. Then choose from a wide range of classes in writing, communication and digital media and design.

Graduate with a portfolio of print and digital work. Learn by doing at CLC. Apply the skills you develop in class to real-world projects that showcase your ability to communicate across multiple formats and audiences.

Get publishing experience. Submit your writing and creative work to:

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*Estimated cost is based on the minimum number of credit hours to complete the program. This estimate includes in-district tuition and comprehensive fees for the 2026-2027 academic year, before financial aid, including grants, loans and scholarships, is applied. Actual cost may vary to include additional fees, materials and other cost of attendance factors such as living expenses, transportation, etc. Explore opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about the Cost of Attendance.

Career degrees & certificates: What's the difference?

For degree-seeking students who want to start a new career or advance their current career.

Full-time students can earn an Associate Degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) at CLC in two years. Gain job-ready skills from experienced instructors and work-based experience from apprenticeships and internships. Some of the courses can even earn college credits, which can transfer to a 4-year college or university to apply toward a bachelor's degree.

For certificate-seeking students who want to earn job skills for entry-level occupations or increase their career opportunities.

You can complete a certificate in less than two years. Many certificate programs include career degree courses, allowing you to stack certificates toward an A.A.S. degree.

Need help getting started?

Ask us for help. Your College & Career Navigator (CCN) will help you:

  • complete the admission process
  • choose an academic program
  • enroll in first-semester classes
  • get access to helpful resources

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Career-focused courses

Build your foundation with courses in English, Communication Studies, and Digital Media & Design. Then mix in specialty elective courses to match your interests and goals.

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Complete the application form to begin your program.

After you apply, a Career and College Navigator (CCN) will reach out to answer your questions, guide your next steps and help you get enrolled. Explore steps to apply at CLC.

Personal guidance from experienced professionals

Develop strategic writing, communication and digital media production skills with help from those who know. Our instructors are experienced professionals who guide you in hands-on learning and real-world projects. They work closely with creative and business professionals to ensure the skills you learn are in high demand by local employers. They know you by name and provide personal feedback and support in small class sizes to help you succeed.

At College of Lake County, you'll learn the same materials taught at many four-year schools but incur low to no college debt.

Get help landing an internship or full-time job. Our Career & Job Placement Center can help you find an internship with a local employer. And when you complete your studies, find a full-time position. Our career specialists work closely with companies that are hiring. They guide you in resume building, interview prep and more.

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