Connect with the Deaf Community and Elevate your Career
Launch a gratifying career working with the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community by learning American Sign Language (ASL) at NOVA. Choose from the following degrees and certificates.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Associate Degree in American Sign Language to English Interpretation
Get comprehensive training for sign language interpreter jobs with NOVA's Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in American Sign Language to English Interpretation. NOVA's program prepares you for ASL interpreter certification on state and national levels, including under the Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS), National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, and Educational Interpreter's Performance Assessment.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 62-63
- Locations
- Annandale, Online
Associate Degree in Social Sciences with a Deaf Studies Specialization
Start your path to a bachelor's degree in ASL or a related field with NOVA's Associate of Science (AS) in Social Science with a Deaf Studies specialization. You'll build a strong foundation in communication, linguistics, Deaf community history, ASL Interpretation, and more. NOVA's associate degree prepares you for bachelor's degree programs at four-year institutions that require an ASL background. You can also use your associate degree for jobs in human services, such as a teacher assistant in a daycare.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 62
- Locations
- Annandale, Online
American Sign Language Career Studies Certificate (ASL)
Learn the basics to better serve the Deaf and hard of hearing community with NOVA's Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in American Sign Language. NOVA's program helps you develop fundamental ASL skills you can immediately use in teaching, health care, social services, public safety or other settings. It is also helpful for determining whether an ASL associate or bachelor's degree is for you. Many NOVA students go on to earn their associate degree in interpreting or Deaf studies after earning this certificate.
- Length
- One Year
- Credits
- 25
- Locations
- Annandale, Online
Why Study American Sign Language at NOVA?
Practiced ASL Faculty
You'll learn from dedicated, supportive ASL faculty with years of experience in Deaf education, interpretation, and interpreter training.
Interactive ASL Courses
You'll practice using and interpreting ASL in interactive courses that prepare you to succeed as an Interpreter after graduation.
Affordable ASL Programs
You'll learn ASL affordably and within your budget. You may even qualify for NOVA scholarships to help offset the cost of tuition.
Accreditations
Northern Virginia Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate degree in American Sign Language and ASL certificates.
Credits and
Transfer Info
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional ways, including but not limited to: certifications, AP or IB exams, military training, or life experience.
Transferring
Learn more about possible transfer opportunities associated with this program of study. Students interested in transferring should contact an advisor or counselor to further discuss their plans.