2006-2007 CCBC College Catalog
Interpreter Preparation
A.A.S. (Associate of Applied
Science)
Statewide
Program
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Program Requirements
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____ENGL 106
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Grammar and Usage
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3
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____INTR 106
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Fingerspelling and Number Use in ASL
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2
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____INTR 111
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Nonverbal Communication
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2
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____INTR 116
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Introduction to Interpreting for the Deaf
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3
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____INTR 204
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American Sign Language IV
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3
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____INTR 206
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ASL V
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3
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____INTR 211
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Linguistics of ASL
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3
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____INTR 216
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Pre-Interpreting Skills
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3
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____INTR 221
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English-to-Sign Transliterating
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3
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____INTR 222
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English-to-Sign Interpreting
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3
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____INTR 226
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Sign-to-English Transliterating
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3
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____INTR 227
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Sign-to-English Interpreting
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3
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____INTR 231
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Survey of Specialized Interpreting Settings
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3
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____INTR 241
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Practicum
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4
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Total Credits Required for Degree
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62-64
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Program Description:
The Interpreter Preparation program is designed to provide students with
entry-level skills in sign language interpreting. Interpreter
Preparation is primarily an evening and part-time program that usually
requires three to four years to complete if students have no prior
knowledge of sign language. Students will develop skills in expressive
and receptive use of American Sign Language and specific technical
skills required to interpret and transliterate. In addition, students
will study topics relevant to deaf people and the field of interpreting.
Students will experience a wide variety of learning activities to
enhance practical skills as well as theoretical knowledge. These include
on-site observations and interviews, attendance at deaf-related
community activities, guest lectures, video and audio lab assignments,
and classroom lectures.
All new students with prior American Sign Language skills must be
screened for appropriate placement by the department. Students are to
contact the Interpreter Preparation office at 410-455-4274 at least one
month before the beginning of the semester to make an appointment. No
transfer credits will be granted for any sign language courses taken
elsewhere.
The American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) is a new
program requirement. The ASLPI is a nationally recognized tool to
measure language aptitude. Students are required to take the ASLPI and
score at least 2.0 as a prerequisite to
INTR 211, Linguistics of ASL,
and score a minimum level of 2.5 before graduating.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program,
students will be able to:
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Assess whether their skills match those needed on a particular
interpreting assignment;
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Interpret consecutively and simultaneously in a low-key, one-on-one
setting;
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Use internal and external cues to maintain accuracy and determine
whether interpreting assignment goals are being met;
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Incorporate feedback from a mentor, team interpreter, and/or deaf
consumer;
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Adjust language style to match that of consumer’s;
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Function appropriately in an interpreting situation following the
interpreter’s Code of Professional Conduct.
Career Highlights
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Interpreters may consider self-employment or private practice
positions in the corporate and non-profit sectors, or work placement
through an interpreter referral agency.
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Employment opportunities span across the educational, medical, mental
health, religious, performing arts, legal and platform settings.
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Currently, qualified interpreters are in demand in all fields.
Program Highlights
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Named Maryland’s Outstanding Career Program of the Year at the
Post-Secondary level in 1997 by the Maryland State Department of
Education.
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Recipient of the 1998 Maryland Association for Higher Education
Distinguished Program Award in the Instructional category.
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Advocates for the recognition of American Sign Language as a
legitimate language.
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Affiliated with nearby Gallaudet University through federally funded
grant support for interpreter training
Program Coordinators:
CCBC Catonsville Sandra Brown
410-455-4474, 410-455-4274 or sbrown@ccbcmd.edu
