Deaf Studies
Associate in Arts Speech, Forensics, ASL · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Associate's Degree in Deaf Studies teaches students to develop ASL skills from a beginning to an advanced level of proficiency. They will also develop a strong foundation for understanding American Deaf Culture in order to facilitate their comfortable interaction and functionality within the deaf community.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Encourage and safeguard the integrity of advocacy of Deaf individuals in their personal and professional journey.
- Instill a strong linguistic foundation and American Sign Language skills to participate within multi-cultural activities.
- Develop a strong anthropological and sociological understanding of the Deaf culture and Deaf community.
Notes:
The Associate's Degree in Deaf Studies entails ASL courses in the first two years of ASL/Deaf studies, ASL 1-4, ASL 115 "Perspectives on Deafness", ASL 105 "Fingerspelling" and ASL 110 "Awareness of Deaf Culture". Students will develop ASL skills from a beginning to advanced level. They will also develop a strong foundation for understanding American Deaf Culture in order to facilitate their comfortable interaction and functionality within the deaf community.