Interpreter Training, AAS

First Semester

• SLNG 1211 - Fingerspelling and Numbers 2 semester hours
• SLNG 1317 - Introduction to the Deaf Community 3 semester hours
• MATH 1332 - Contemporary Mathematics I 3 semester hours
• SGNL 1301 - Beginning American Sign Language I 3 semester hours ^1-2
• ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 semester hours
• SLNG 1215 - Visual/Gestural Communication 2 semester hours

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• PSYC 1100 - Learning Framework 1 semester hour or
• EDUC 1100 - Learning Framework 1 semester hour

Second Semester

• SLNG 1321 - Introduction to the Interpreting Profession 3 semester hours
• SGNL 1302 - Beginning American Sign Language II 3 semester hours
• ITSC 1309 - Integrated Software Applications I 3 semester hours
• SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking I 3 semester hours
• SLNG 1346 - Working with Deaf-Blind Persons 3 semester hours

Third Semester

• SLNG 2288 - Internship I-Sign Language Interpreter 2 semester hours ⁴
• SLNG 1350 - Sign-to-Voice 3 semester hours
• SGNL 2301 - Intermediate American Sign Language I 3 semester hours
• SLNG 2302 - Interpreting II 3 semester hours
• SLNG 1348 - Vocabulary Development for Interpreters 3 semester hours
• PHED Elective - Physical Fitness 1 semester hour
• SLNG 1106 - Interpreting Artistic Texts I 1 semester hour

Fourth Semester

• SLNG 2289 - Internship II-Sign Language Interpreter 2 semester hours ³
• SLNG 2311 - Interpreting in Specialized Settings 3 semester hours
• SLNG 2331 - Interpreting III 3 semester hours
• Social/BehavioralScience Elective - Choose from core curriculum 3 semester hours
• SGNL 2302 - Intermediate American Sign Language II 3 semester hours
• Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - Choose from core curriculum 3 semester hours

Total Hours in AAS: 65

NOTE: Transfer courses from other colleges/universities will not be automatically accepted for SGNL 1301 , SGNL 1302 , SGNL 2301  and SLNG 1345 unless the student has successfully passed the sign language proficiency test with the appropriate score.

¹ Indicates courses that can be articulated with high school
² A student who demonstrates competencies required for this course can substitute an approved elective.
³ Capstone course
⁴ Students must provide their own transportation to and from internship sites.