American Sign Language Interpretation
The American Sign Language Interpretation Associate of Applied Science Degree and Short-Term Certificate program at Wayne County Community College District provides language training and cultural enrichment for people who wish to learn American Sign Language and the uniqueness of deaf culture.
This program does not prepare students to become interpreters but is designed to introduce them to the language and culture. It complements other degrees and is particularly useful for parents of deaf children and students pursuing careers in allied health, nursing, early childhood education, and teaching, where clients may be deaf.
What’s the Job Outlook for Interpreters and Translators?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow by 2% from 2022 to 2032, significantly faster than the average for all occupations. This growth is driven by increasing globalization and the diversification of the U.S. population.
The following positions are similar occupations:
- Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
- Adult Basic, Secondary Education and English as a Second Language Teachers
- Medical Transcriptionists
Where is WCCCD’s American Sign Language Interpretation Associate of Applied Science Degree and Short-Term Certificate Program Offered?
The American Sign Language Interpretation Associate of Applied Science Degree and Short-Term Certificate program is offered at our Mary Ellen Stempfle University Center. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Recommended Course Sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 14 Credits
- ASL 100 - American Sign Language I 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 110 - Introduction to Deaf Culture 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 115 - Beginning Finger Spelling and Number Use 2 Credit(s)
- SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Credit(s)
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 14 Credits
- ASL 105 - Orientation to Deafness 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 120 - American Sign Language II 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 130 - Intermediate Finger Spelling and Number Use 2 Credit(s)
- PS 101 - American Government 3 Credit(s)
- SPH 101 - Fundamentals of Speech 3 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 9 Credits
- ASL 125 - Interpreting I 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 150 - Principles of Interpreting 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 200 - American Sign Language III 3 Credit(s)
Semester 4 Total: 13 Credits
- ASL 220 - American Sign Language IV 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 225 - Interpreting II 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 230 - Structure of American Sign Language 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 270 - Topics in Interpreting 1 Credit(s)
- PSY 101 - Introductory Psychology 3 Credit(s)
Semester 5 Total: 10 Credits
- ASL 250 - Interpreting III 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 260 - Interpreting and Transliterating 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 299 - Sign Internship 1 Credit(s)
- ANT 154 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 Credit(s)
Semester 1 Total: 11 Credits
- ASL 100 - American Sign Language I 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 110 - Introduction to Deaf Culture 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 115 - Beginning Finger Spelling and Number Use 2 Credit(s)
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 11 Credits
- ASL 105 - Orientation to Deafness 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 120 - American Sign Language II 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 130 - Intermediate Finger Spelling and Number Use 2 Credit(s)
- SPH 101 - Fundamentals of Speech 3 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 6 Credits
- ASL 125 - Interpreting I 3 Credit(s)
- ASL 150 - Principles of Interpreting 3 Credit(s)
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
