ASL/Sign Language Interpreter

The ASL/Sign Language Interpreter Pathway is a great program for students who have an interest in learning to communicate with our deaf community, and ...

+ Enjoy helping and working with people.
+ Are good listeners and communicators.
+ Enjoy being creative, expressive and imaginative.
+ Are interested in understanding deaf culture.

Pathway Benefits and Highlights
Students who complete 2 credits in this Pathway will meet state Math and English/Language Arts testing requirements, and...
+ Develop proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
+ Practice ASL communication through school and deaf community events.
+ Earn up to 10 college credits which can be applied directly into partner college programs.
+ Meets World Language credit requirements for 4-Year College/University admissions.

Continue Your Training After High School
The ASL/Sign Language Interpreter Pathway is articulated to meet the Lake Washington Institute of Technology Humanities requirement for all Associate of Arts and Direct Transfer degree programs.

ASL/Sign Language Interpreter Pathway Planning Guide

Recent changes in state graduation requirements provides students in the class of 2020 and beyond the option to meet both the state Math and English/Language Arts Graduation Pathway requirements by completing 2 credits within an approved CTE Pathway related to their goals and interests.

This Pathway Planning Guide introduces students to the ASL/Sign Language Interpreter Pathway as an approved CTE Pathway and provides information on including this pathway as part of the student's 4-year plan for high school and beyond.

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ASL/Sign Language Interpreter Pathway Videos

Who Can Access this Pathway?
This pathway is accessible for students at the Edmonds SD high schools listed below. Select your high school to explore available pathway course offerings and descriptions.

Edmonds Woodway High School

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 1
FLA101/102 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. College credit available.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 2
FLA201-202 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 1

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. Class performances and outside attendance at cultural events are required for this course. College credit available.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 3
FLA351/352 Honors (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 2

Course Description:
This course is designed to build on students' American Sign Language communication skills. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on enhancing vocabulary development, in-depth conversational strategies, grammatical features, and the continued exploration of Deaf culture. The students will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Students will demonstrate and continue to develop expressive abilities using ASL. Students will explore ASL related careers, and create an interpreter portfolio that can be used in applying to an interpreter training program.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 4
FLA451/452 Honors (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 3

Course Description:
Review of the grammar essentials with the emphasis on building vocabulary, conversational skills, and introduction to literature, including drama, prose, and poetry. Students may complete community service and job shadow activities.

Lynnwood High School

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 1
FLA101/102 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. College credit available.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 2
FLA201-202 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 1

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. Class performances and outside attendance at cultural events are required for this course. College credit available.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 3
FLA301/302 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 2

Course Description:
The student is encouraged to further develop vocabulary and communication skills. This course will also explore sensitive cultural issues related to deafness. An ability to sustain a conversation using ASL is a prerequisite for this section. Course emphasis will be placed on conceptual development of expressive ability. Students will start to develop an interpreter portfolio that can be used in applying to an interpreter training program as well as exploring other ASL related careers in depth. Progress will be demonstrated through performance-based activities including, but not limited to quizzes, discussion groups, skits, cultural activities, presentations and written work. Class performance and outside attendance at cultural events are required for this course.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 4
FLA401/402 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 3

Course Description:
This course is a continuation of 3rd year ASL. It includes a review of the grammar essentials with the emphasis on building vocabulary, conversational skills, and introduction to literature, including drama, prose, and poetry. There is a possibility of community service and job shadowing. There will also be a basic understanding of ethics in interpreting for the Deaf. Student’s expressive skills are evaluated through the use of videotape in which the students sign vocabulary, dialogues, copy-sign and tell stories. Students complete self-evaluations on receptive and expressive skills, including translations, ASL dialogues, narratives and stories. Class performance and outside attendance at cultural events are required for this course.

Meadowdale High School

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 1
FLA101/102 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. College credit available.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) 2 (To be offered in 2024-25)
FLA201-202 (Year)
Credits: 1.0
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit World Language
Prerequisite: ASL 1

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of American Sign Language. Students will gain fluency by engaging in dialogues and learning activities that utilize the target language. This course focuses on vocabulary development, basic conversational strategies, grammatical features and an exploration of Deaf culture. The student will demonstrate proficiency through receptive and expressive class activities. Attending Deaf events are required each semester. Class performances and outside attendance at cultural events are required for this course. College credit available.

Mountlake Terrace High School