| Province | British Columbia |
|---|---|
| Colleges | Douglas College |
| Program Categories | Education |
| Program Duration | 2 Years |
| Program Intakes | September |
| Class Type | Hybrid |
| Funding | StudentAid BC, Bursary, Scholarship, Line Of Credit |
Overview
If you?re skilled in American Sign Language (ASL), the?Diploma in Sign Language Interpretation?will prepare you for a dynamic career in a rapidly expanding field.?
You?ll learn how to facilitate communication between hearing and deaf and hard of hearing people in a variety of settings. Upon program completion you will be able to interpret meaning, communicate bilingually, act bi-culturally, act ethically, and use appropriate business skills.?
Get practical experience during your studies?
This?sign language interpreter?program?emphasizes practical experience and community work, giving you many opportunities to practice what you are learning. You’ll complete three, one-month practicum placements during your final semester, where you will be teamed with professional interpreters in their work settings.
