B.A. American Sign Language
Get real world experience in the field brought into the classroom through diverse lenses while studying for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting degree.
Why study ASL Interpreting at North Central University?
North Central’s American Sign Language Interpreting major is the only fully self-contained interpreter training degree program among Assemblies of God colleges. You’ll gain knowledge and experience in interpreting, deaf culture, and American Sign Language, preparing you to succeed in a variety of careers. When you graduate with an American Sign Language degree, you’ll be ready to use your linguistic and cultural skills, knowledge of cross-cultural perspectives, and Christian worldview to facilitate communication and understanding between Deaf and non-Deaf people. Learn more about the American Sign Language degree below!
Classroom Experience Reaching Beyond
Our program has a strong connection with the community. We may not have formal partnerships, but community members come to us for interpreters they can trust. During the holidays, we are starting to promote our students as available for family gatherings, and other events where ADA does not cover for interpreters. Our students also graduate with a background in Religious interpreting, which is rare in our field. Ministry organizations from all over reach out to us asking for our students to volunteer and be a part of their endeavors.
We have many opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf community and we are encouraged to pursue professional development that can be found out in the community.
Nathan, ’24
