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    Oct 05, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalog

Advanced Studies Certificate in Music (CSC)


CIP 50.0901
Degree: Career Studies Certificate
Program Code: 221-560-10
Program Length: 1 year - 2 Semesters
Minimum Credits: 25
Follow SWCC Music Dept.

Program Advisor
Dr. Joseph Trivette
276.964.7381
Dickenson Hall

Purpose: The Advanced Studies Certificate in Music program is designed to produce classical musicians with advanced performance skills as a solo musician and in collaborative efforts with other musicians in both small and large groups.

Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by Southwest Virginia Community College.

Program Requirements: The course work in the Advanced Studies Certificate in Music is designed to produce advanced skill in classical music performance. Students must complete an interview and audition with the Albert Endowed Chair of Music prior to beginning work toward this certificate.

Semester Total


  • Lecture Hours: 3
  • Lab Hours: 20
  • Course Credits: 12

Semester Total


  • Lecture Hours: 5
  • Lab Hours: 15-18
  • Course Credits: 13

Total Minimum Credits: 25