A report of the task force on career competencies in oral communication skills for community college students seeking immediate entry into the work force

This study reports the results of the SCA Task Force on Career Competencies which investigated the oral communication skills needed by community college students entering careers. The report summarizes relevant literature and the results of surveys of (1) state instructional offices and (2) community college career advisory committee members in various occupational areas. Findings indicate a strong need for group communication and receiver‐oriented skills such as listening. The respondents reinforced the need for oral communication skills for entry‐level personnel.