CSPS 202: Effective Oral Communication and Interviewing

Subject
Community Service and Public Safety
Credits 5 Lab Hours 40 Lecture Hours 30
Quarter Offered
Winter,
Summer
Instructional Mode
Web-enhanced
This course focuses on developing interpersonal communication and interviewing techniques needed for public safety and community services roles. Students will enhance their empathy, active listening, and cultural competence, preparing for real-world challenges when interacting with diverse populations. Empasis will be placed on best practices in motivational and behavioral interviewing, effective small group and individual communication, and skills needed to build trust and understanding when working with the public.
Outcomes
  • Write clear, concise, and objective reports for various aspects of public safety and community service contexts.
  • Demonstrate the ability to craft narrative storytelling for a variety of incident reports.
  • Utilize correct terminology in emergency communications and public records.
  • Explain the importance of accuracy and objectivity in public service writing.
  • Create documents that meet legal and organizational standards.
Prerequisites
CSPS 102 : Written Communication in Public Safety and Community Services
Crosslisted Courses
N/A CSPS 102 : Written Communication in Public Safety and Community Services Winter, Summer
Campus
South
Area of Study
Career Education