Why Study American Sign Language At RC

This program will use the linguistic aspects of the language as well as the many facets of Deaf Culture to be linguistically competent allies for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and may find employment in various settings that require the knowledge of the Deaf culture and language. Possible employment options include working as Para educators and/or Interpreting Aides in a Deaf and Hard of Hearing classroom as well as various positions in Deaf/Hard of Hearing organizations.

Reedley College’s ASL program can also start you on a path of becoming a teacher for the Deaf, an audiologist, a social worker, and a Speech Pathologist. Reedley College’s facu lty are made up of a variety of professionals with a deep background and passion for Deaf Culture and American Sign Language. We have professors who are Deaf and hearing. Our Deaf professors bring years of language and cultural experience to provide true language immersion to the campus. Our hearing professors are children of Deaf adults (CODAs) and have numerous years of experience interpreting in all settings. Reedley College offers an Associates Degree in American Sign Language. While receiving your AA degree you can stack the American Sign Language Conversational Proficiency Certificate. 

American Sign Language Degree and Certificate Programs:

Program maps represent one possible pathway through the program and are for reference only. Detailed information is available in the course catalog.

Students should make a counseling appointment to create a customized education plan to fit their needs.