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Sign Language Interpreter
Job description:
This program can prepare students who have already attained
an associate or bachelor’s degree in another field for a career in interpreting
for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing. It emphasizes American Sign
Language, the appreciation of deaf culture and the process of interpreting and
transliterating.
Entry-level salary range:
$10,000 –
$32,000/annually Certificate
option
$20,000
- $38,000/annually Associate degree
Local employment outlook:
There is a continued need for interpreters
and for upgrade training for those already employed as interpreters, especially
in government agencies, health and social service agencies, companies,
educational institutions and community affairs.
Sample course requirements:
American Sign Language, Deaf Culture and History, Interpreting,
Sign to Voice Interpreting, Interpreting in Specialized Settings
What it takes:
42 credit hours Certificate of achievement
60 credit hours Associate degree
18-24 months
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