Program Description
This program is designed to provide education and training for individuals seeking careers in interpreting settings. Students gain basic knowledge, skills, and values necessary to communicate and interact with deaf people. This program emphasizes the acquisition of American Sign Language, the appreciation of deaf culture and the process of interpreting and transliterating. The courses are designed to prepare the student to take interpreter certification tests and to work in entry-level positions as a teacher’s assistant, substitute interpreter and/or tutor in the public schools.
For More Information Contact:
School of Liberal Arts & Communication
Southeast Campus: (918) 595-7694
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program you will be able to:
- Use American Sign Language with native users incorporating cultural behaviors.
- Make professional and ethical decisions.
- Produce an accurate and reliable ASL/English interpretation.
- Display appreciation for Deaf Culture.
Careers
Search careers for Interpreter Education graduates at TCC Career Explorer and visit TCC Career Services to learn more about our free career planning and job preparation services.
Student Organizations
Students in this program are encouraged to join the American Sign Language Club. For more information ask your professor or inquire at the Student Life office on campus.
Degree Requirements
View a semester-by-semester course plan of study on the Interpreter Education AAS Degree Map.
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