Deaf Studies and American Sign Language

Minor

About this program

The Deaf Studies and American Sign Language undergraduate minor promotes the understanding of the uniqueness and strength of the Deaf Community including its historical, cultural and linguistic context. Further, coursework addresses the systematic, societal barriers and discrimination that this community has and continues to face, and provides opportunity for students to reflect on their role as allies, advocates, and change agents. Students will gain competence in American Sign Language, both receptively as a means of expression with others.

Program Curriculum and Requirements

Minor

What you can do

Employment Opportunities

A minor in Deaf Studies and American Sign Language may be part of your studies that can lead you to careers in such areas as: • Adult Literacy and GED Teachers • Career and Technical Education Teachers • Health Educators • High School Teachers • Instructional Coordinators • Early Childhood, Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers • Librarians • Middle School Teachers • Postsecondary Education Administrators • Postsecondary Teachers • Principals • School and Career Counselors • Special Education Teachers • Training and Development Specialists

Program Scope

The purpose of the Undergraduate Minor Deaf Studies and American Sign Language is to promote the understanding of the uniqueness and strength of the Deaf Community including its historical, cultural, and linguistic context. Coursework addresses the systematic, societal barriers and discrimination that this community has and continues to face and provides opportunity for students to reflect on their role as allies, advocates, and change agents. Students will gain competence in American Sign Language, both receptively and as a means of expression with others.

Adding the Minor

Students can officially add the minor in Special Education online through the Registrar's Office.

Program Learning Outcomes

Examine the uniqueness and strengths of the Deaf community as well as the systematic societal barriers and discriminations that this community has and continues to face.
Demonstrate growing competency in using American Sign Language as a means of communication.

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