ASL 1060 Sign Language Languages for the Health Professionals I

This course focuses on the development of basic communicative proficiency in American Sign Language for healthcare professionals. In addition to communication skills, students will gain knowledge and understanding of: the causes of deafness; deaf culture; communication strategies to enhance visual communication; and signing with patients who are deaf and have other disabilities such as deaf-blindness. This course is intended for students who have previous experiences with the language and/or have taken ASL 1010 and/or ASL 1020. NOTE: Students who took SLP 2750 or SLP 2760 should consult with the Chair of the Department of Languages and Culture for placement.

Credits

3

Distribution

Languages and Cultures