Schools for Training in Broadcasting

Broadcasting is competitive occupation even at the entry level. Many employers hire only those with an educational background in broadcasting or journalism and on-the-job experience as interns. Several schools in the United States offer training in the field of broadcasting. They typically combine classroom instruction with hands-on training to prepare their graduates for professional careers in the broadcasting industry.
  1. Carolina School of Broadcasting

    • The Carolina School of Broadcasting's broadcast communications technology program teaches the technical aspects of radio, television, and audio and video production. The program involves classroom instruction, lab training and practical application. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.

      Carolina School of Broadcasting

      3435 Performance Road

      Charlotte, NC 28214

      704-395-9272

      carolinaschoolofbroadcasting.com

    Broadcasting Institute of Maryland

    • Established in 1969, the Broadcasting Institute of Maryland trains students for careers as deejays, radio or TV producers, TV directors, journalists, editors, anchors or reporters. The 600-hour program includes hands-on training and classroom instruction. According to the school’s website, all students take courses in announcing, commercials, general broadcasting, general news and issues, promotions, public speaking and sales. Students can specialize in radio, news, sports or television production. Classes are during the day and in the evening.

      Broadcasting Institute of Maryland

      7200 Harford Road

      Baltimore, MD 21234

      410-254-2770

      bim.org

    Center for Broadcasting, Chicago Campus

    • Chicago's Center for Broadcasting teaches all aspects of broadcasting, in front of the camera and behind the scenes, according to its website. The center holds career days during the school year that feature guest speakers and potential employers. It also helps students find internships in broadcasting.

      Center for Broadcasting, Chicago Campus

      530 S. State St.

      Chicago, IL 60605

      312-884-8000

      beonair.com

    Boston University, College of Communication

    • Boston University’s College of Communication has an undergraduate and graduate degree program in broadcasting. Undergraduates study the history of broadcasting, law, ethics, reporting, writing, editing and producing, and media management. Students can specialize in television, radio or multimedia. The graduate schools offers more in-depth courses in broadcasting. According to the school’s website, it emphasizes original reporting and researching, writing copy, and capturing and editing video. The College of Communication has two broadcast studios .

      College of Communication

      Boston University

      5 Cummington St.

      Boston, MA 02215

      617-353-4710

      bu.edu

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