Telecommunication
If you love all things media, HFC's Telecommunication Program is for you.
Interested in this program?
Why should I choose this program?
Our program provides you with a theoretical and practical foundation that covers the history of telecommunication, contemporary media concepts and theories, and future trends in the field. By the time you finish, you will have the knowledge and experience to enter the media field as a professional or continue your studies at a four-year program.
Shaped and supported by our creative and industry-experienced instructors, our curriculum is designed to provide you with knowledge and experience in a broad range of specialized media areas, including telecommunication history, video and audio production, film, media writing and performance, and broadcast journalism. You will gain hands-on training using our excellent facilities including a state-of-the-art Mac editing lab, fully functional TV control room, studio, and local cable channel, and a 24/7 FCC-licensed FM radio and internet station WHFR, 89.3FM.
What skills will I learn and improve?

- Audio editing
- Interpersonal communication
- Research methodologies
- Public speaking and written communication
What are my career opportunities?

Median Salary: $39,790 per year, or $19.13 per hour
A degree in telecommunications offers many job opportunities, such as:
- Producer
- Director
- TV
- Radio or Audio Editor
- Screenwriter
- Radio and TV Announcers
Program features and benefits

Professional Equipment Rental
As a student, you can check out professional equipment to complete projects.
24/7 FM Radio Station
You'll have real broadcast opportunities.
Testimonials and Endorsements
Faculty
Name | Credentials | Phone | |
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Susan McGraw FT Faculty - Telecommunication |
A.A., Henry Ford College; B.A., Wayne State University*; M.A., Wayne State University* | scmcgraw@hfcc.edu | 313-845-9842 |
Sarah Himes Telecommunications - Teaching - AFO |
B.A., Wayne State University*; M.A., Wayne State University* | smhimes@hfcc.edu | |
Thomas Hopkins FT Faculty - Telecommunication |
B.A., University of Michigan Dearborn*; M.A., Wayne State University; Ph.D., Wayne State University | thopkins@hfcc.edu | 313-845-9774 |
Lara Hrycaj WHFR NCNI Part-time |
A.A., Henry Ford College; B.A., University of Central Florida; M.A., Wayne State University; Ph.D., Wayne State University | lrhrycaj@hfcc.edu |