American Sign Language, Letter of Recognition

Award: Letter of Recognition

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of nine credit hours.

Purpose: An American Sign Language (ASL) Letter of Recognition provides a basic foundation of ASL and an appreciation of Deaf history and culture or an understanding of ASL interpretation. This makes it possible for learners in any area of study to serve the Deaf and Hard of Hearing population. These courses integrate basic ASL conversations adhering to ASL linguistic structures and cultural norms with introductory history and culture of the American Deaf community or the theoretical processes and ethics of interpreting. Note: This letter of recognition does not qualify recipients as interpreters.

Range of Occupations

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Special Conditions

Financial Aid: This program has not been approved or is pending approval by the U.S. Department of Education federal aid program eligibility. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans or PLUS loans) or the Maryland Higher Education Commission (Educational Assistance Grants, Senatorial Scholarships or Delegate Scholarships). For current information on eligible programs contact Financial Aid.

Degree/Award Requirements

Award Requirements

Completion of the required courses with a grade of C or better. Students must apply to the Records and Registration office for the letter of recognition after they have completed the requirements.

Requirements: 9 credits

ASL 111 - American Sign Language 1 3 credit hours
ASL 112 - American Sign Language 2 3 credit hours

And at least one (1) of the following: 3 credits

ASL 113 - American Sign Language 3 3 credit hours
ASL 120 - Introduction to the American Deaf Community 3 credit hours
ASL 140 - Introduction to Interpreting 3 credit hours

Related Educational Opportunities

Continuing Education and Workforce Development Offerings

Additional courses, credentials and/or certifications may be available through the AACC School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development. Visit https://www.aacc.edu/about/schools-of-study/continuing-education/ for more information.