This option is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to learn about deafness and sign language in-depth but to may or may not wish to become professional interpreters. This option prepares students to communicate directly with deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Courses
- Learning Outcomes
- Employment
- Special Requirements
- Transfer Opportunities
- Contact
- Additional information
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / First Semester | ||
| ASL-101 | American Sign Language I | 3 |
| SLS-202 | American Deaf Culture 1 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| First Year / Second Semester | ||
| ASL-102 | American Sign Language II 2 | 3 |
| ASL-103 | Fingerspelling 3 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Second Year / First Semester | ||
| ASL-201 | American Sign Language III 4 | 3 |
| ASL-200 | ASL Essentials 5 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| Second Year / Second Semester | ||
| ASL-202 | American Sign Language IV 6 | 3 |
| SLS-201 | ASL Linguistics 4 | 3 |
| 6 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits | 24 | |
1 Corequisite: ASL-101
2 Prerequisite: ASL-101
3 Prerequisite: ASL-101; Corequisite: ASL-102
4 Prerequisite: ASL-102
5 Prerequisite: ASL-102; Corequisite: ASL-201
6 Prerequisite: ASL-201
2 Prerequisite: ASL-101
3 Prerequisite: ASL-101; Corequisite: ASL-102
4 Prerequisite: ASL-102
5 Prerequisite: ASL-102; Corequisite: ASL-201
6 Prerequisite: ASL-201
Program Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Use American Sign Language fluently and express knowledge of ASL Linguistics.
- Describe the common practices, perspectives, and behavior patterns of Deaf people and members of the Deaf Community in the Deaf Culture.
- Generalize on the ongoing need to participate in deaf- related events and activities and with members of the Deaf Community.
Employment Opportunities
The program is designed for students to complement their degree with this ASL certificate. Students can utilize their signing skills on their existing job or in a job where the client is deaf.
Special Program Requirements
Student must obtain proof of an AA/AS degree, BA/BS degree or higher.
Contact Persons
Dr. Martine Howard, Coordinator
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4744
email: mhoward@camdencc.edu
Registration and Advisement
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4506
Additional information
| CIP Code | 16.1603 |
|---|---|
| Program Code | SLS.CA |
