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American Sign Language/English Interpreting - B.S.

The Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language/English Interpreting equips you with the skills needed to communicate between deaf and hearing individuals in a variety of settings. With experienced faculty, a state-of-the-art interpreting lab, and opportunities for hands-on experience, you'll gain the expertise needed to succeed in this rewarding field.

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Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language/English Interpreting

This intensive major challenges and prepares students for the dynamic and diverse field of sign language interpreting. All of the instructors are nationally certified with extensive careers as interpreters in a wide variety of venues. The KSU ASL/English Interpreting Program prepares students by developing expertise, fluency, and professional practice. Students have three years of ASL instruction. Coursework encompasses interpreting process models, analytical approaches to professional and ethical decision-making, interpreting proficiency across a variety of settings and consumers, and comparative analysis of English and ASL through the study of linguistics, discourse structures and features, pragmatics and sociolinguistics. Students develop self-assessment strategies for lifelong learning and receive guidance in preparing for the RID NIC and EIPA national certifications. A key component of this major is over 500 hours of practicum experience with interpreter mentors.

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Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for American Sign Language/English Interpreting - B.S.

Graduates of Kent State University's Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language/English Interpreting are prepared for various careers, including roles as American Sign Language/English Interpreters and Sign Language Interpreters.

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ASL/English Interpreting Licensure Preparation Non-Degree Program