Study Associate of Applied Science in American Sign Language: Deaf Support Specialist at Alamo Colleges District in the USA, San Antonio College

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Our Deaf Support Specialist A.A.S. prepares students to graduate with a degree that will move them directly into the workforce as advocates, members of educational teams, and more. The Interpreting A.A.S. can then be taken to pursue an exciting career as an Interpreter for the Deaf.The American Sign Language and Interpreter Training program within the department of Languages & Philosophy @ SAC is designed to provide quality ASL and interpreter education with a comprehensive series of classes including, but not limited to ASL, Deaf culture, and the interpreting process. The department strives to provide an environment where students become fully prepared to work as Deaf Support Specialists and interpreters for members of this unique population. Our Deaf Support Specialist A.A.S. prepares students to graduate with a degree that will move them directly into the workforce as advocates, members of educational teams, and more.

Which department am I in?

San Antonio College

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$9,952.00 per year

Student Support Service Fee - 25 ($25 per semester, with a maximum of $50 per Academic Year)

Application deadline

01/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

San Antonio College

1819 N. Main Ave,

San Antonio,

Texas,

78212, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students are required to complete High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED). All foreign credentials must be evaluated. Admission requires a general evaluation stating credentials are equivalent to those of a U.S. high school, U.S. college, or university.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.