Emerging Media Literacy
Certificate of Competency Arts, Communication & Humanities · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Emerging Media Literacy Certificate of Competency
Emerging Media Literacy prepares learners to navigate the changing digital media landscape and effectively employ evaluative skills. This 27-hour certificate guides learners through three courses focusing on emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, online safety, and mass media literacy. To achieve the Certificate of Competency: Upon completion of the following courses with a grade of "P", the student will be awarded a Certificate of Competency.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to effectively evaluate and use Artificial Intelligence tools in professional and academic settings informed by ethical and historical perspectives.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to create an online identity and safely participate in online environments.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to effectively navigate misinformation online and develop strategies to evaluate mass media sources.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses: Complete all of the following | 27-0 | |
| ACTC B68NC | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 9-0 |
| LIBR B69NC | Online Safety | 9-0 |
| LIBR B70NC | Contemporary Issues and Mass Media | 9-0 |