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American Sign Language and Interpreter Training

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

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604

Demand Locally

+1 %

Annual Wage Range

$30,697 – $122,445

Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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10,258

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+1 %

Annual Wage Range

$50,998 – $214,067

Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.

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4,224

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+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$24,253 – $103,485

Program Level:

Degrees, Certificates

Program Type:

Face-to-Face

Department:

Languages and Philosophy

Institute:

Creative & Communication Arts

College:

SAC

What is the American Sign Language and Interpreting program?

Our American Sign Language (ASL) and Interpreting program equips you with the skills and knowledge to work as an ASL interpreter or Deaf Support Specialist within the Deaf community. This comprehensive curriculum not only teaches you ASL and the interpreting process but also immerses you in Deaf culture.

What will I learn?

Upon graduating with an associate of applied science degree (AAS) in ASL: Sign Language Interpreter, you’ll be prepared for an entry-level career as an interpreter between Deaf and hearing individuals in a variety of settings, including educational and community-based employment. See what you can do with the track you choose below:

Interpreting Track:
As an interpreting student, you'll gain the expertise required to facilitate communication between Deaf and hearing individuals. The program covers ASL, the interpreting process, the interpreting profession, Deaf culture, and various specialized interpreting settings.

Deaf Support Specialist Track:
In this track, you will be trained to assist Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in the workplace and with independent living skills. While you'll learn the interpreting process, your primary focus will be on advocacy, job coaching, and mentoring in community and educational settings.

What can I do with this course of study?

ASL: Sign Language Interpreter Degree:
With an associates of applied science (AAS) degree in ASL: Sign Language Interpreter, you'll be prepared for an entry-level career as an interpreter in diverse settings such as education and community services. The high demand for interpreters offers numerous part-time and full-time job opportunities.

ASL: Deaf Support Specialist Degree:
This degree prepares you for roles as an advocate, job coach, mentor, and paraprofessional for Deaf individuals, supporting them in various aspects of their lives and work.

What is special about our program?

Our interpreting program stands out for preparing students for the high-demand field of ASL interpreting. It is the only program in Texas requiring you to pass the State Certification Exam to graduate, ensuring you have the credentials to start your career immediately. Additionally, our ASL courses may count as foreign language credits to transfer for university credit. 

Contact Us

Jodie Finken
Academic Unit Assistant
CEA D402
(Bldg. #19 next to UPS on Dewey)
(210) 486-1106
sacasl@alamo.edu

Michelle Payne
Program Coordinator
CEA D403
(Bldg. #19 next to UPS on Dewey)
(210) 486-1117
mbecker1@alamo.edu

John Mark Raymond
Program Coordinator
CEA D403
(Bldg. #19 next to UPS on Dewey)
(210) 468-1557
jraymond17@alamo.edu


Alaina Webb
Department Chair
CEA D402
(Bldg. #19 next to UPS on Dewey)
(210) 486-1105
awebb54@alamo.edu