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      "markdown": "Program Code: SAC.CMST.AA\n\nProgram Control Number: 04239"
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      "markdown": "The associate degree curriculum in communication studies provides training for communicating and dealing with people. Completion of the associate in arts degree prepares students to move into a curriculum at a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree, and then into careers in the field of business, industry, government, or education in such\nareas as teaching, public speaking, announcing, and public relations.\n\n**Learning Outcome(s):**\n\n1.  Recognize and explain characteristics of competent communication.\n2.  Construct messages that demonstrate communication competency."
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