American Sign Language - Mountwest Community and Technical College

American Sign Language from Mountwest Community and Technical College is a Campus Associate Sign Language degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Program Description: This program is designed to give students foundation in American Sign Language (ASL) and to acquaint them with basic issues of concern to the Deaf Community. Furthermore, the program offers an opportunity to individuals already working in the Deaf community to increase their understanding of ASL and Deaf Culture in order to strengthen their knowledge and their communication skills. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science Degrees in American Sign Language, The graduate will be able to: Effective communicate with Deaf person in informal settings in teaching, human services, or health care; Enhance their credentials for employment opportunities which do not require interpreter certification but do assign value to skills in ASL ............. and knowledge of Deaf culture; Earn the academic qualifications for entry into advanced studies at universities offering sign language programs; Enter an interpreter training program, after which they may sit for a certification examination, sponsored by the national licensing organization. Career Outlook: American Sign Language skills are needed by professionals in public and private agencies and educational settings serving the deaf/hard of hearing people (e.g. teachers, counselors, consultants, therapists, specialists) by enhancing their ability to understand and communicate with the deaf and hard hearing. In addition, sign language interpreting is a rapidly expanding filed. Schools, government agencies, and private businesses employ interpreters. Interpreters work in a variety of settings including medical, legal, religious, mental health, rehabilitation, performing arts, and business. Part-time, full-time, freelance and salaried positions are available in most metropolitan areas across the country. Employment Opportunities: Enter an Interpreter Training Program, after which they may sit for certification examination, sponsored by the national licensing organization. Seek employment with an early intervention program that serves Deaf and Hard of Hearing children. A background in ASL and Deaf Studies will be useful in absolutely and field of employment. View more details on Mountwest Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sign Language courses.