Program Overview
The American Sign Language Minor at East Tennessee State University provides students with training in ASL for communication with the Deaf community. The 18-credit minor includes courses in ASL proficiency, Deaf culture, and linguistic perspectives on ASL. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor before selecting courses.
Program Outline
Outline:
- American Sign Language Minor Program Information:
- Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- P.O. Box 70643, Johnson City, TN 37614
- Phone: (423) 439-4272
- Website: www.etsu.edu/crhs/aslp/
- The minor in American Sign Language (ASL) is appropriate for students wishing training in ASL for future communication with individuals in the Deaf community.
- The minor consists of a minimum of 18 credits of study.
- Students are encouraged to consult with a departmental advisor and review course descriptions prior to selecting and registering for class.
- American Sign Language Minor Requirements: 18 credits
- ASLC 2010 - American Sign Language I Basic (3 credits)
- ASLC 2020 - American Sign Language II Intermediate (3 credits)
- ASLC 3010 - Introduction to Deaf Culture (3 credits)
- ASLC 3020 - Linguistic Perspectives on ASL (3 credits)
- ASLC 4010 - American Sign Language III Grammar Proficiency (3 credits)
- ASLC 4020 - American Sign Language IV Advanced (3 credits)
East Tennessee State University
Overview:
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is a public university located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Founded in 1911, ETSU has a mission to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. It boasts a diverse student body with nearly 14,000 students from 71 countries and all 50 states.
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ETSU offers 173 highly respected academic programs, many nationally ranked, providing students with a wide range of options to pursue their academic goals.Military-Affiliated Students:
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