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Mar 27, 2023
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2012-2013 Catalog [Aug. 2012-Aug. 2013] [Archived Catalog]
Sign Language Interpretation (221A) (A.S.)
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Associate in Science
The Associate in Science in Sign Language Interpretation program prepares students who possess intermediate American Sign Language proficiency for both state-level interpreter screening and the prerequisite knowledge/skills for entrance into a Baccalaureate level ASL/English interpretation program. Program curriculum provides a foundation in theories of interpretation with an emphasis on interpreting skill development in addition to coursework, students are provided with progressive simulated experiences and ongoing diagnostic feedback. The program culminates in a skill-based internship aimed at gainful employment in the field of sign language interpretation.
The Sign Language Interpretation Program (SLIP) is a selective access program and admission is based on passing the Proficiency in American Sign Language Exam (PACE), which is administered by the SLIP staff. Students may have achieved the requisite ASL skills through life experience or formal instruction.
Mission/Purpose
The mission of the Associate in Science in Sign Language Interpretation is to prepare students who possess intermediate American Sign Language proficiency, for both state-level interpreter screening and the prerequisite knowledge/skills for entrance into a Baccalaureate level ASL/English interpretation program. Program curriculum provides a foundation in theories of interpretation with an emphasis on interpreting skill development. In addition to coursework, students are provided with progressive simulated experiences and ongoing diagnostic feedback. The program culminates in a skills-based internship aimed at gainful employment in the field of sign language interpretation.
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Lori Cimino, South Campus, (904) 646-2392 or lori.cimino@fscj.edu |
Curriculum
Total Credit Hours: 72 General Education (Credit Hours: 21)
*Refer to A.S. General Education Requirements .
*Social and Behavioral Science Credit Hours: 3
*Humanities Credit Hours: 3
*Mathematics Credit Hours: 6 Professional Courses (Credit Hours: 51)
Note
ASL 1140 (American Sign Language I) and ASL 1150 (American Sign Language II) are offered for college foreign language credit. ASL 1130 (American Sign Language III) is offered to assist students in developing requisite skills to pass the PACE. Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded the associate in science degree, students must have met the following requirements:
- Earned a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (“C”) at Florida State College in courses eligible toward the associate in science degree programs (A.S. Florida State College GPA).
- Earned an all–college cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (“C”) on all courses attempted, including transferred credits. (All college cumulative.)
- Completed at least 25 percent of credit semester hours required for the degree at Florida State College.
- Completed the minimum required semester hours, as specified by the degree, of which a minimum of 15 semester hours must be General Education requirements.
- Earned a grade of at least a “C” in each course used to satisfy the General Education Requirements .
- Students must have fulfilled all financial obligations to the College before they may graduate.
Note: Students are cautioned to pay particular attention to the following statements.
- Graduation dates will be the date at the end of the college term in which the students complete the academic requirements for the degree or certificate for which students are applicants. (The removal of an incomplete grade does not affect students’ graduation dates, since the grade change is effective as of the end of the term in which the incomplete grade was assigned rather than the term in which the incomplete work was made up.)
- If students expect to complete the coursework under the terms of the catalog in effect during the term of their first registration, they must graduate within five years or they will need to be reassigned to an active catalog. Accordingly, students who enter under this catalog (2012/2013) must graduate by the end of the Summer Term 2017, or they will automatically be reassigned to the 2016/2017 catalog requirements. Changes to requirements as mandated by law or by rule of the District Board of Trustees may supersede this provision.
- The General Education Requirements may be taken on any Florida State College campus or center.
- Many courses in this catalog have prerequisite and/or corequisite courses which are listed in the course descriptions. Students are advised to be guided by these requirements.
- Students who place into college preparatory courses are required to complete designated college preparatory courses with a grade of “C” or better regardless of program of study.
- Degree–seeking students whose native language is not English, who fall below a designated cutoff score on the English as a second language (ESL) entry placement test, will be required to take ESL courses with EAP prefix prior to registering for other college credit classes. The level of these courses will be determined by the entry placement scores. Individual exceptions will be determined by the ESL program manager.
- Degree–seeking students identified as non–native speakers must take an English as a second language (ESL) placement test prior to taking the College’s standard course placement test. Students who place into ESL, as determined by the test, must complete ESL courses before registering for other college credit classes. Non–degree seeking college credit students who plan to take English or reading courses must also meet these requirements. Exceptions to these requirements can be made by the ESL program manager or designee.
Articulation
This A.S. degree program articulates into a bachelor’s degree program. For more information, please visit the Transfer Services Web page and look for your A.S. program of study. University Transfer
This associate in science degree program is intended primarily for students who desire to complete an associate in science degree and become employed. Students who decide to pursue university transfer study must meet certain course and test requirements. For details refer to the University Transfer Guide. |
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