American Sign Language (ASL) Studies Certificate
Build a professional foundation in ASL and Deaf education through community-first learning. By combining academic study with local internships, students develop the cultural fluency and expertise needed to champion the history and culture of the local Deaf community.
Program Information
The American Sign Language (ASL) Studies Certificate introduces students to the rich history and culture of the Deaf community. Students will gain fluency and mastery of American Sign Language (ASL) by acquiring foundational skills and knowledge of the Deaf community. Students gain cultural competency by becoming involved in their local Deaf community through coursework and internships. Students gain a solid foundation to further their studies in American Sign Language, interpreting, and education of the Deaf or other related fields. Students will transmit their knowledge and promote respect for the rich history and culture of their local Deaf community.
All courses in this certificate apply toward the fulfillment of requirements for the American Sign Language (ASL) Studies Area of Concentration within the A.A. degree in Arts & Humanities. Students will be required to complete the ASL Proficiency Interview before graduation.
Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:
- Compare and identify linguistic components of and relationships between languages, spoken and signed.
- Analyze local and global d/Deaf languages and cultures by examining current information and research.
- Compare current ways of thinking about language and culture on local and global scales.
- Converse fluently in ASL with peers, both Deaf and hearing, by applying the language in conversations, ASL storytelling, or narratives.
- Apply the ASL grammar structures in dialogues.
- Demonstrate aspects of Deaf culture, heritage, and values through signed presentations, papers, and written exams.
Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.
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Program Contacts
Faculty
Jerri Seremeth
Faculty Lead
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240.772.5935
Admissions
Jefferson Hall
1st Floor
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301.624.2716
Financial Aid
Jefferson Hall
3rd Floor
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301.846.2620
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