American Sign Language, Certificate of Achievement
ASL is now the third most studied modern language in the U.S., highlighting the growing importance and demand for ASL proficiency. As such, the Certificate of Achievement in American Sign Language is designed to meet the needs of students seeking ASL fluency for a variety of purposes. For students pursuing other fields of study or those already employed, the COA can be earned alongside a degree or on its own and can serve as verification of ASL proficiency to employers who place an increasing demand on bilingual skills. The program bridges communication between the Deaf and Hearing communities by equipping students with the linguistic and cultural competency to interact with Deaf people in t