Deaf and Sign Language Studies


Deaf and Sign Language Studies are Central to Society

Students Signing in a Crowd. They appear to be on a football field.

Deaf and Sign Language Studies, including American Sign Language (ASL), are valuable and important communication skills to learn. Over 20 million Americans are  hard-of-hearing and rely on professional ASL interpretors to communicate. In addition to contributing to a more inclusive society, ASL fluency can lead to advantageous and fulfilling careers like, teaching, interpreting, and working in health-care sectors or government agencies.

There is currently high demand for skilled ASL communicators. Let CWU can help you launch your career with a BA or a minor featuring small, focused classes with dedicated and passionate professors.


Degree options:

  • Deaf and Sign Language Studies, BA
  • American Sign Language Minor

Examination by Credit/Placement Test, contact Dr. Taralynn Petrites details: Taralynn.Petrites@cwu.edu or 509.676.6090.


Helpful Resources:

SignSpaces - The free, fun, and easy way to learn ASL while browsing the web!

(ARC) ASL Resource Tutoring Center

AslPro

SigningSavvy

"ASL" being spelled out in sign language. It is an image of hands signing.

 

ASL Trifold

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