Liberal Arts & Sciences w/an option in ASL / Deaf Studies
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Degree Title
Liberal Arts & Sciences w/an option in ASL / Deaf Studies
Division
Liberal Arts
Degree Designation
Associate of Science
Undergraduate (UG)
Undergraduate
Program Description
This program is designed for students who intend to complete a baccalaureate degree in a chosen field (e.g. Biology, Business Administration, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Nursing, Medicine, Social Sciences, the Arts) which serves individuals who are deaf and who use ASL to communicate. Students planning to transfer after graduation should consult the catalog of the college where they intend to complete their studies. Graduates of this program customarily transfer to baccalaureate institutions. Graduates not immediately pursuing an additional degree frequently work as paraprofessionals in the student's chosen field of study which serves individuals who are deaf and who use ASL to communicate. (Positions include lab technician; office technician in a business, criminal justice or social services organization; teacher's aide; a substitute teacher.)
Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of American Sign Language across registers and dialects
Analyze American Deaf culture
Explain the historical, political, recreational, medical, educational, and linguistic issues that affect individuals who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Identify the laws and legislations that impact the civil rights of Deaf people
Demonstrate knowledge of the prevalent models (pathological vs. humanistic) of Deafness and hard of hearing
Identify the various types, causes, and levels of deaf or hearing loss