Diploma in American Sign Language/English Interpretation is a diploma in Translation & Interpreting programme taught at Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 3,800 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Translation & Interpreting
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 3,800 / year
International tuition: CAD 13,505 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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American Sign Language/English Interpretation at Nova Scotia Community College is a two-year diploma program, the only one of its kind in the Maritimes, that prepares students to interpret between Deaf and hearing communities. Many faculty are Deaf, giving students direct exposure to Deaf culture alongside instruction in ASL foundations and professional interpreting skills. Coursework covers the foundations of ASL and Deaf culture, applying interpreting skills in professional settings, and the social and interpersonal skills needed to maintain professionalism in high-stakes, sensitive situations. The program is eligible for an optional cooperative education placement of at least 12 weeks and 420 hours between the first and second year, providing paid, full-time work experience in the field. The program begins each September; graduates are not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, and the program prepares students for careers as ASL/English interpreters serving Deaf and hearing communities.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Nova Scotia Community College requires successful completion of the Deaf Studies or American Sign Language (ASL) Studies certificate, or an equivalent, for admission to this programme. International applicants submit their official post-secondary documents for assessment, with English language requirements varying by country. All applicants complete a mandatory in-person interview that assesses ASL and English skills and knowledge of Deaf culture; failing to respond to the interview invitation or missing a scheduled interview results in the application being cancelled.
