The American Sign Language & Deaf Studies Degree Program is designed for individuals who are interested in the fields of Deaf Studies, linguistics, communications, psychology, social work, rehabilitation, education of the Deaf and other related areas. The program provides a multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary approach in American Sign Language and Deaf Studies. Areas of scholarly pursuit include cultural and historical studies, linguistic examination, and literary analysis, as well as the study of the language in its conversational form. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions working with Deaf persons or transfer to four-year degree programs. This program can be completed either as part-time or full-time in day or evening program. Deaf and Hard of Hearing students are encouraged to participate in this program.
Students are admitted to the ASL & Deaf Studies Program when they have demonstrated English competency and have satisfactorily completed the two semesters of the Pre-entry Level.
For more information, please contact Prof. Eileen Forestal, Coordinator.