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Overview for Sign Language Interpretation and Translation

A program that prepares individuals to function as simultaneous interpreters of American Sign Language (ASL) and other sign language systems employed to assist the hearing impaired, both one-way and two-way. Includes instruction in American Sign Language (ASL), alternative sign languages, finger spelling, vocabulary and expressive nuances, oral and physical translation skills, cross-cultural communications, slang and colloquialisms, and technical interpretation.

Careers for Sign Language Interpretation and Translation Majors

A major in Sign Language Interpretation and Translation is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Sign Language Interpretation and Translation

Top 3 Ohio Colleges with the highest percentage of Sign Language Interpretation and Translation among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Cincinnati Christian University
Cincinnati, OH
 4
(3.3%)
 $12,636 
Kent State University Kent Campus
Kent, OH
 6
(0.2%)
Less Selective$15,862 
Wright State University-Main Campus
Dayton, OH
 2
(0.1%)
Open Admissions$13,744 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.