American Sign Language

Certificate in Applied Science

25 Credit Hours

This certificate assists American Sign Language students with developing fluent skills in the communicative use of this language. Topics will include linguistics, as well as a study of the history and culture of Deaf people. This certificate will also enhance the skills of paraeducators and the medical/public service personnel working with the deaf and hard of hearing.

Major Requirements

ASL 101	American Sign Language I	4
Lec: 4 Lab: 0 Credit:4 This course is a study of visual readiness and basic vocabulary, grammar features and non-manual behaviors, all focusing on receptive language skill development.Learn More

ASL 102	American Sign Language II	4
Lec: 4 Lab: 0 Credit:4 This course is a continuation of American Sign Language I, designed to expose students to additional vocabulary, grammar features and nonmanual behaviors, all focusing on conversational skills.Learn More Prerequisites ASL 101

ASL 110	Careers in American Sign Language	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course will provide students with a knowledge of various career options related to the field of sign language interpretation and deafness. Students will observe, research, and analyze various settings in ASL.Learn More Prerequisites ASL 101 and

ASL 201	American Sign Language III	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a continuation of American Sign Language II and covers additional vocabulary, grammar features, and non-manual behaviors, all focusing on conversational skills. Learn More Prerequisites ASL 102

ASL 202	American Sign Language IV	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course concentrates on intermediate conversational and discourse skills using American Sign Language. This course is conducted entirely using American Sign Language.Learn More Prerequisites ASL 201

ECD 107	Exceptional Children	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course includes an overview of children with special needs and their families. Emphasis is on the prevalence of disorders, treatment modalities, community resources serving exceptional children, the teacher’s role in mainstreaming and early identification, and federal legislation affecting exceptional children.Learn More Prerequisites ECD 101 or departmental approval

ITP 106	Linguistics of American Sign Language	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course consists of a study of the structure, grammar, and syntax of American Sign Language.Learn More Prerequisites ASL 102

ITP 201	Deaf History and Culture	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of the history and culture of deaf people. The course explores language, education, community, and attitudinal changes toward deaf people as a minority.Learn More Prerequisites ASL 102 and ECD 107 and RWR 100

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.