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ASL and Deaf Studies Certificate

10 Months On Campus Certificate Program

Vancouver Community College

Program Overview

This full-time program is designed for non-Deaf adults who have learned some basic skills in ASL but who wish to study the language more intensely with an aim to develop fluency. During the program, they also learn about Deaf culture and the Deaf community, develop public speaking skills, and examine the possible career development opportunities. Many of our graduates choose to pursue careers in interpreting.

Program Key Stats

$3504 (Total cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Grade 12 completion or equivalent, English 12 or equivalent, Successful completion of 120 hours minimum of ASL studies including American Sign Language (ASL) SIGN 1000 or equivalent, official transcripts, Proof of English Proficiency IELTS- 6.5 score, TOEFL- 84 score.

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