Deaf Studies, Certificate

Campus: Scott Community College and Online

The Deaf Studies Certificate is a two-term certificate that contains practical coursework in sign language, deaf culture, the field of Deaf Studies and English Skills required for interpreting. The certificate offers a practical credential for those working with members of the deaf community. The Deaf Studies Certificate is required for those students wanting to enroll into the American Sign Language - English Interpreting, AAS .

Plan of Study

Term 1

ASL 141 - American Sign Language I Credit(s): 4.00
ASL 142 - American Sign Language I Lab Credit(s): 1.00
ENG 105 - Composition I Credit(s): 3.00
ITP 129 - Deaf Studies Credit(s): 4.00

Term Total: 12.00 Credits

Term 2

ASL 171 - American Sign Language II Credit(s): 4.00
ASL 172 - American Sign Language II Lab Credit(s): 1.00
ITP 131 - Social Aspects of Deaf Culture Credit(s): 4.00
ITP 141 - English Vocabulary/ Grammar for Interpreters Credit(s): 4.00

Term Total: 13.00 Credits

Certificate Total: 25.00 Credits

Non-discrimination Statement / Equal Educational Opportunities

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

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