American Sign Language Certificate
C55300B
The Certificate in American Sign Language at WPCC is designed for individuals who want to develop foundational skills in ASL and gain a deeper understanding of Deaf culture. This program is ideal for students pursuing careers in fields such as education, human services, healthcare, and business, where communication and cultural competency with the Deaf community are valuable assets. The certificate provides language and cultural knowledge, but it is not intended to prepare students for professional interpreting. Individuals interested in pursuing a career as an interpreter should explore WPCC’s Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Interpreter Education program, available here: https://wpcc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2023-2024/catalog/associate-in-applied-science-degrees/interpreter-education/interpreter-education-a-a-s/
To obtain full interpreting licensure in North Carolina, candidates must pass the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) exams, administered by the Center for Assessment of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI), a subsidiary of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID). More details about certification requirements can be found here: https://rid.org/certification/
Requirements
Required Courses
Total Credit Hours: 17