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ASL/English Interpreting I Proficiency Certificate
Philadelphia , United States
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Bilingual Education | Linguistics | Translation
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English
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ASL/English Interpreting I Proficiency Certificate
Overview
The goal of an ASL/English interpreter is to make communication as complete and equal as possible for both Deaf and nondeaf participants. Interpreters accurately convey the thoughts, feelings, words, attitudes and meanings of the message, whether it is expressed in spoken English, ASL or other forms of signed communication.
Program Details
- Program Duration: Short-term
- Degree Type: Proficiency Certificate
- Total Credit Hours: 27
Course Sequence
| Course Number and Name | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASL 101 - Elementary American Sign Language I | 3 credits | |
| ASL 102 - Elementary American Sign Language II | ASL 101 with a grade of "C" or better | 3 credits |
| ASL 201 - Intermediate American Sign Language I | ASL 102 with a grade "C" or better (or program placement) | 3 credits |
| ASL 202 - Intermediate American Sign Language II | ASL 201 with a grade of "C" or better | 3 credits |
| ASL 215 - American Sign Language Fingerspelling | ASL 202 with a grade of "B" or better | 3 credits |
| ASL 230 - Structure of American Sign Language | ASL 202 with a grade of "B" or better, ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently* | 3 credits |
| ASL 231 - Advanced American Sign Language I | ASL 202 with a grade of "B" or better | 3 credits |
| ASL 232 - Advanced American Sign Language II | ASL 231 with a grade of "C" or better | 3 credits |
| INT 105 - Introduction to the American Deaf Community | 3 credits |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the ASL/English Interpreting I Post-Baccalaureate Proficiency Certificate, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced ASL proficiency and Deaf culture awareness as it applies to a wide variety of deaf-hearing interaction settings and participants
- Assess and analyze one's own ASL competencies in order to identify areas of need for continuing education and professional development
Career Outlook
- Median Salary of an ASL/English Interpreter: $51,914
- Number of Jobs in the Region: 153
- 10-year Job Outlook in the Region for ASL/English Interpreters: +31.3%
Featured Career
ASL/English Interpreter
Assist in the communication efforts among Deaf and nondeaf individuals in almost any setting. Adapt and be flexible to different situations where you are working with individuals with diverse communication needs.
- Starting Pay: $19,528
- Typical Tasks:
- Communicate spoken word through ASL in a variety of fields, including education, government, business, law and video relay companies
- Use your knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture to effectively and equally express messages and emotions
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