Sign Language Interpreting is a rapidly expanding human service professional field that is expected to continue to grow. Interpreting is utilized in a variety of different life situations including educational, medical, legal, religious, mental health, rehabilitation, performing arts, business, Video Relay/Video Remote Interpreting and many others. There’s a nationwide shortage of interpreters and the demand is growing each year. TJC offers an Associate of Applied Science in Sign Language Interpreting for students who are looking for a unique and rewarding career. Opportunity for professional and financial growth is abundant.
Our program at TJC prepares you for a career as an interpreter facilitating communication between people who are deaf, hard of hearing and hearing. Our highly credentialed faculty will help you become fluent in English and in American Sign Language (ASL). We also offer extensive training in Deaf Culture and interpreting/transliterating (Expressive and Receptive). No prior experience is required.
With your AAS degree and state board certification you can immediately start in your career field or continue your career path with a baccalaureate degree.
Come join us for this wonderful opportunity to learn an exciting, practical professional skill and become a huge asset to an exclusive community.
Marketable skills for this award include: bilingual, critical thinking, flexibility/adaptability, multi-tasking, strong work ethic and team work.
Associate of Applied Science
TSI Complete
