Program Information
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Location: West Allis Campus
- Pathway: Community & Human Services
- Program Code: 10-533-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August
About the Sign Language Interpreting in Education Degree
DESCRIPTION
This program is for learners who are passionate about working with deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind students in the K-12 academic setting. Educational interpreters are the communication links between deaf or hard of hearing students and the classroom teacher.
Interpreters are members of the deaf education team at the school and may provide tutoring and note-taking services.
Additional program details: Upon completion of the Sign Language Interpreting in Education associate degree, graduates are required to take and pass a national written and performance evaluation in order to meet the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) License 0020.
This program is for learners who have a love for languages, are comfortable working before large and small audiences, enjoy social interaction and have the ability to store knowledge in short-term and long-term memory.
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Detailed Program Information
2024-25 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-195 |
Written Communication ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-126 |
American Sign Language 1 |
3 |
| INTP-127 |
American Sign Language 2 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-131 |
Interpreting/Transliterate 1 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-133 |
American Sign Language Linguistics ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-139 |
Orientation to Deafness |
3 |
| INTP-145 |
The Interpreting Process ‡ |
2 |
| ENG-196 |
Oral/Interpersonal Communication ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-128 |
American Sign Language 3 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-143 |
Interpreting/Transliterate 2 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-147 |
Interpreting Ethics ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-152 |
Concept Mapping |
2 |
| GEOSCI-112 |
Principles of Sustainability |
3 |
| INTP-129 |
American Sign Language 4 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-138 |
Interpreting/Transliterate 3 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-151 |
Educational Interpreting: Theory and Function ‡ |
3 |
| ELECTIVES |
(Four credits) |
4 |
| INTP-144 |
Interpreting/Transliterate 4 ‡ |
3 |
| INTP-153 |
Occupational Experience ‡ |
3 |
| PSYCH-199 |
Psychology of Human Relations |
3 |
| SOCSCI-197 |
Contemporary American Society |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
62 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Important Dates
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Program Outcomes
- Function as an educational sign language interpreter/transliterator in an educational setting
- Function as a tutor/support service provider in an educational setting
- Demonstrate knowledge of hearing loss and its implications to education
- Function as part of an educational team
- Recognize need for continued professional development
- Apply RID Code of Professional Conduct to the educational setting
Career Outlook
Interpreters are members of the deaf education team at the school and may provide tutoring and note-taking services.
Possible Careers
Educational Sign Language Interpreter
Interpreter/Tutor
Admission Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED
- Criminal background check
Scholarships
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414-570-4426
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