Cert in Music

The Commercial Music Certificate of Achievement is a program of sixteen to nineteen units with four tracks covering recording, production, songwriting and scoring for film, television and gaming. It welcomes students at all levels. The courses combine hands-on experience with instruction in the artistic and technical demands of commercial music. Every student takes a three-unit music business class and then chooses a career track of thirteen to sixteen units. All pathways are built so that a full-time student can finish within one year. The certificate suits those looking to enter music-industry work quickly or to add practical production skills. The requirements described here come from the college's 2026-2027 catalog, which also lists related degrees and certificates for students comparing their options. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to plan course sequencing, ask about related programs, and map out a realistic timeline for finishing the credential.