American Sign Language Education AA, Pre-Interpreting

Program Description

American Sign Language/English interpreters facilitate communication between two languages and cultures in a multitude of settings. Through this program students gain basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact with Deaf people. This program emphasizes the acquisition of American Sign Language, the appreciation of Deaf Culture, the appreciation of diversity in Deaf and hearing communities, and the development of pre interpreting skills. This option complements upper division coursework related to American Sign Language/English interpreting at four-year university.

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For More Information Contact:

School of Liberal Arts & Communication

Southeast Campus:  (918) 595-7694

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program you will be able to:

• Communicate with American Sign Language.
• Display behaviors that promote respect for Deaf Culture.
• Demonstrate intralingual skills.
• Apply the basic tenets of ethical guidelines for the field of American Sign Language/English interpreting.

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Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study and information on transferring this degree to other colleges and universities on the American Sign Language Education AA, Pre-Interpreting Program Map