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Cert. Commercial Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training

Recording-studio focused certificate covering digital and analog audio equipment

Coursework includes Pro Tools, computerized audio production, recording arts, and music business

Students learn to record musicians and manipulate Pro Tools and related software

Career Preparation

Prepares students for entry-level commercial music and audio technician roles

Career settings include recording studios, churches, theaters, and convention spaces

Value

17-unit skill certificate can be completed without a full associate degree

California residents pay $0 application fee

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

39%

Enrollment

11.6K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$1,394

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$9,038

Before aid

Average net price

$480

After aid

College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 11:58 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Recording-studio focused certificate covering digital and analog audio equipment

Coursework includes Pro Tools, computerized audio production, recording arts, and music business

Students learn to record musicians and manipulate Pro Tools and related software

Career Preparation

Prepares students for entry-level commercial music and audio technician roles

Career settings include recording studios, churches, theaters, and convention spaces

Value

17-unit skill certificate can be completed without a full associate degree

California residents pay $0 application fee

Program Highlights

Training

Recording-studio focused certificate covering digital and analog audio equipment

Coursework includes Pro Tools, computerized audio production, recording arts, and music business

Students learn to record musicians and manipulate Pro Tools and related software

Career Preparation

Prepares students for entry-level commercial music and audio technician roles

Career settings include recording studios, churches, theaters, and convention spaces

Value

17-unit skill certificate can be completed without a full associate degree

California residents pay $0 application fee

Key Info

Enrollment Term

These Spring 2027 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Fee

International Fee

$100

Opens

Sep 8, 2026

Deadline

Rolling admissions

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via CCCApply (California Community Colleges application)

Rolling admissions - no application deadline

Open enrollment - no SAT/ACT or GPA requirements

Program Structure

17-unit Certificate of Achievement in Commercial Music

Required courses include Music Fundamentals, Music Business, Pro Tools, Computerized Audio Production, and Recording Arts

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required - open enrollment community college

Apply via CCCApply and register for courses

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

39%

Enrollment

11.6K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$1,394

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$9,038

Before aid

Average net price

$480

After aid

College Scorecard

Training

Recording-studio focused certificate covering digital and analog audio equipment

Coursework includes Pro Tools, computerized audio production, recording arts, and music business

Students learn to record musicians and manipulate Pro Tools and related software

Career Preparation

Prepares students for entry-level commercial music and audio technician roles

Career settings include recording studios, churches, theaters, and convention spaces

Value

17-unit skill certificate can be completed without a full associate degree

California residents pay $0 application fee

Updated Aug 20, 11:58 PM