The Interpreter Degree
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Cincinnati State offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Interpreter Training (ITP) for students who wish to become professional translators of American Sign Language (ASL).
What is American Sign Language?
ASL is a language that the deaf use to communicate. It is a continually evolving, visual language based on hand and arm movements, and facial expressions. ASL Interpreters translate spoken English to ASL, and ASL to spoken English.
Who seeks the ITP degree?
 ITP students are people who:
- wish to be professionally employed as ASL interpreters.
- have excellent interpersonal skills, and enjoy working with people.
- are socially aware and respect the dignity and value of diverse cultures.
- wish to improve their ASL skills.
Where do ASL Interpreters work?
ASL Interpreters work in diverse situations supporting communication between deaf people and doctors, lawyers, government, and social service agencies in businesses and industry. Educational institutions also employ ASL interpreters to support deaf students.
After ITP students earn their degree, they can apply to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf for formal certification.
How much money do ASL Interpreters make?
ASL Interpreters are highly employable. Freelance interpreters earn from $12.00 to $35.00 per hour. Staff ASL Interpreters usually earn between $15,000 and $30,000 per year.
Contact the Cincinnati State ITP for more information.
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