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Degree Plans - Interpreter Training Program - Deaf Studies Certificate (Archived)

INTERPRETER TRAINING PROGRAM -- DEAF STUDIES

Eastfield only

(Certificate)

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C1.INTERPRETER.DEAF

The Deaf Studies certificate is a one year course of study. It is designed to provide the student with basic sign language skills for the purpose of communication and information about deafness and Deaf culture. Individuals who work in positions which brings them in contact with deaf individuals would find these courses very beneficial.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

SLNG 1211 Fingerspelling and Numbers 2
SLNG 1317 Introduction to the Deaf Community 3
SLNG 1404 American Sign Language (ASL) I 4
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication OR 3
SPCH 1315 Fundamentals of Public Speaking (3)
15

SEMESTER II

SLNG 1315 Visual/Gestural Communication 3
SLNG 1347 Deaf Culture 3
SLNG 1405 American Sign Language (ASL) II 4
ENGL 1302 Composition II 3
PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology 3
16
Minimum Hours Required 31
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