Sign Language Interpretation - St Petersburg College

Sign Language Interpretation from St Petersburg College is a Campus Associate Sign Language degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. The Sign Language Interpretation Program is designed to provide students with sign language skills, an understanding of deaf culture, knowledge of the interpreter's role and skill development to prepare students for the profession of sign language interpreting. Professional interpreters provide a link between deaf and hearing individuals in a variety of situations, including educational, religious, medical and mental health settings. The passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has created an increase in part-time and full-time positions available for credentialed interpreters who have initiative and ability. Students who successfully complete the program in interpreter training at St. Petersburg College will earn an Associate in Science degree . Graduates are encouraged to take the Florida Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Quality Assurance Screening for state qualification to obtain credentials necessary for employment. SPC is also an RID approved site for the national Certification Maintenance Program for certified interpreters to receive continuing education units. In addition, the program, based at the Clearwater Campus, offers opportunities for student trainees to experience Deaf culture and a wide variety of sign language styles. View more details on St Petersburg College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sign Language courses.