Interpreter Training Technology

Degree:

• Interpreter Training Technology, AAS

Certificate:

• ASL Communication Skills Certificate

The Interpreter Training Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree, Tech Prep program prepares graduates for entry-level careers as American Sign Language/English Interpreters. The Interpreter Training Technology program will provide graduates with a strong academic and technical foundation designed to prepare them for state certification.

The Interpreter Training Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree, Tech Prep program requires the completion of 66-67 semester credit hours of coursework including 29-30 semester credit hours of general academic courses and 37 semester credit hours of technical coursework. The program includes a supervised internship as a capstone external learning experience and integrates all instructional components of the program.

Students may also earn an ASL Communications Skills Certificate. This two-semester program concentrates on developing skills that are required for simple communication with ASL speakers. It is not intended to prepare students to perform as interpreters. Students who desire those skills should complete the two-year program.

The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor, or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses.

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