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  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "American Sign Language",
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  "name": "AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE",
  "award": "Certificate of Achievement",
  "department": "american-sign-language",
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      "markdown": "### Description\n\nThe **Certificate of Achievement in American Sign Language** is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in communication through American Sign Language (ASL).  This certificate is intended for students pursuing other degrees of careers not directly related to Deaf people or ASL but who still want to learn the language.  With this certificate, the student can petition their employer for any benefits that may be available for those who have skills in ASL.\n\nStudents who successfully complete the certificate will be able to communicate competently in ASL on topics related to their profession.  While students will not be able to act as an interpreter, they will be able to communicate directly with clients, customers, coworkers, or community members without the need for interpretation.  Students will also have spent time within the Deaf community and will be familiar with where and how to locate social events related to the Deaf community and Deaf culture.\n\nTo acquire the **Certificate of Achievement in American Sign Language**, it is necessary to complete the following courses:"
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          "text": "Required Courses",
          "units": "18"
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          "code": "ASL 101",
          "title": "American Sign Language I",
          "units": "4.5",
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        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASL 102",
          "title": "American Sign Language II",
          "units": "4.5",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASL 201",
          "title": "American Sign Language III",
          "units": "4.5",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASL 202",
          "title": "American Sign Language IV",
          "units": "4.5",
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        },
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          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total",
          "units": "18"
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