Write your journalism career at Clackamas Community College
Do you dream of transforming everyday stories into captivating narratives? Do you crave the thrill of uncovering the truth and sharing it with the world? If so, Clackamas Community College's Entry Level Journalist Career Pathway program is your launchpad to a fulfilling career in the ever-evolving world of journalism.
Clackamas Community College's entry-level journalist program provides a comprehensive learning experience, preparing you for a rewarding career in journalism. Upon successful completion, you will be able to:
- Hit the ground running: Demonstrate readiness for entry-level journalism positions, including writing stories, taking photos and understanding how to report news.
- Become a video production pro: Create video for broadcast and social media, edit video and audio footage, and publish your stories on various platforms.
- Craft compelling content: Write captivating news articles, conduct professional interviews and synthesize information effectively.
- Embrace the digital age: Master digital video editing, create multimedia content for publication and build a dynamic online presence while earning credit.
- Publish your work: Collect work samples and clips reporting for the college student media, The Clackamas Print. Student editors can get free tuition for their work. Take the first step toward your dream career in journalism.
Enroll in Clackamas Community College's Entry Level Journalist Career Pathway Certificate program today!
For detailed description and learning outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.Required classes for Entry Level Journalist
Open up exciting career paths with a certificate in journalism
The journalism landscape is constantly evolving, and skilled professionals are in high demand. Earning your Entry-Level Journalist Career Pathways Certificate positions you for success in diverse career paths.
For more information on career opportunities for this program, view the course catalog.Ignite your passion for storytelling
This program equips you with the fundamental tools and knowledge to excel in various journalism fields. You should learn the skills to:
- Create multimedia: Craft compelling video news stories, as well as learn filming, editing and production techniques.
- Sharpen your writing edge: Generate newsworthy content, write engaging articles and capture impactful photographs.
- Harness the power of audio: Produce audio news stories and podcasts, engaging your audience through sound.
- Compose your online presence: Design and maintain a functional news website, showcasing your journalistic skills online.
Investing in your future
Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.