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Cert. Entertainment Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program Overview

24-credit-hour certificate for entry-level technical careers in entertainment

Intensive two-semester program of study

Career Preparation

Professional stagehands, stage carpenters, stage electricians, audio technicians, and technical directors

Skills applicable to theatre, film, television, commercial entertainment, and theme parks

Training

Foundation in lighting and sound technology, custom fabrication in metal and wood, and industrial safety

Stagecraft, Construction for Film and Stage, and Welding coursework

Hands-on show experience with production crews

School Info

Snapshot

32%

Grad Rate

3.3K

Enrollment

$38K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$4,464

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$13,266

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$17,312

Before aid

Average Net Price

$8,048

After aid

Tuition Fees · parkland.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

Program Highlights

Program Overview

24-credit-hour certificate for entry-level technical careers in entertainment

Intensive two-semester program of study

Career Preparation

Professional stagehands, stage carpenters, stage electricians, audio technicians, and technical directors

Skills applicable to theatre, film, television, commercial entertainment, and theme parks

Training

Foundation in lighting and sound technology, custom fabrication in metal and wood, and industrial safety

Stagecraft, Construction for Film and Stage, and Welding coursework

Hands-on show experience with production crews

Program Highlights

Program Overview

24-credit-hour certificate for entry-level technical careers in entertainment

Intensive two-semester program of study

Career Preparation

Professional stagehands, stage carpenters, stage electricians, audio technicians, and technical directors

Skills applicable to theatre, film, television, commercial entertainment, and theme parks

Training

Foundation in lighting and sound technology, custom fabrication in metal and wood, and industrial safety

Stagecraft, Construction for Film and Stage, and Welding coursework

Hands-on show experience with production crews

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

International Fee

$50

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Good to Know

Enrollment

Apply through Parkland College's college application

Registration follows the College Calendar; check current term dates before enrolling

Important Notes

Plan your certificate program with a Theatre faculty advisor

What's The Process

Audition Process

Parkland College follows an open-admission policy; Entertainment Technology does not list an audition or portfolio requirement

Admission to Parkland requires the college application; open admission does not guarantee enrollment in every program

School Info

Snapshot

32%

Grad Rate

3.3K

Enrollment

$38K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$4,464

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$13,266

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$17,312

Before aid

Average Net Price

$8,048

After aid

Tuition Fees · parkland.edu College Scorecard

Program Overview

24-credit-hour certificate for entry-level technical careers in entertainment

Intensive two-semester program of study

Career Preparation

Professional stagehands, stage carpenters, stage electricians, audio technicians, and technical directors

Skills applicable to theatre, film, television, commercial entertainment, and theme parks

Training

Foundation in lighting and sound technology, custom fabrication in metal and wood, and industrial safety

Stagecraft, Construction for Film and Stage, and Welding coursework

Hands-on show experience with production crews

Updated 3d ago