Sign Language Interpretation Diploma

Admission Requirements: Admission is by competitive selection, and the process assesses proficiency in both American Sign Language and English along with your understanding of the Deaf community, Deaf culture, the interpreting profession and social justice issues. The requirements are ENGL 1100 at a minimum 'B' grade or an equivalent, ASLD 1215 or an equivalent (or departmental permission), INTR 1000 or an equivalent (or departmental permission), an ASL and Deaf Studies certificate or an equivalent (or departmental permission), a submitted CASPer score valid for one admission cycle, and success at an ASL panel interview conducted by a faculty member, a member of the Deaf community and a professional interpreter. On acceptance you must clear a criminal record check carried out to VCC's instructions; a result indicating risk to vulnerable populations prevents you from completing practicums or graduating. VCC states this programme is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents and directs international students to VCC International, which lists separately the programmes open to them.