American Sign Language Interpretation A.A. Transfer Plan

Program Overview

This program prepares students to become certified sign language interpreters, a high-demand profession in the Tampa Bay area, which has the fifth largest Deaf population in the country. Certified interpreters work in various settings, including business, education, healthcare, and government. SPC instructors are certified by the American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) and/or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).

Program Outline

Teaching:

SPC instructors are certified by the American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) and/or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).

Careers:

• Certified Interpreters are hired to work for business, education, community organizations, medical facilities, government, law enforcement and more.
• The Tampa Bay area has the fifth largest Deaf population in the country.