Become an ASL Interpreter in Two Years
There is a shortage of qualified interpreters for people who are deaf in the United States. Our program at TJC prepares you for a career as an interpreter serving the deaf community in education, community, and in a wide variety of other settings.
Sign Language Interpreting
Becoming an American Sign Language interpreter is a chance for cultural enrichment and an excellent profession as job prospects –full-time, part-time and “as needed” schedules –are abundant right now. TJC offers an Associate of Applied Science in Sign Language for students who are looking for a unique and rewarding career.
Our program at TJC prepares you for a career as an interpreter serving the deaf and the community in a variety of settings. Our seasoned faculty will help you become fluent in deaf culture and in American Sign Language (ASL), which combines signing, fingerspelling, specific body language and facial expressions.
In addition, we offer extensive training in interpreting/transliterating (Expressive and Receptive) in preparation to take and pass the state board exam.
Our ASL Skills Certificate is a great asset to anyone’s career especially in healthcare, law enforcement and education. This is designed for people who do not wish to interpret but want to learn the language and culture for conversational skills or to work in a related field such as deaf education.
Come join us for this wonderful opportunity to learn an exciting, practical skill and become a huge asset to an exclusive community.
New majors must visit with the Department Chair for advising before registering for SGNL and SLNG classes. Please email ASL@tjc.edu to contact the Chair.
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