Sign Language

Sign Language 101
This beginning course emphasizes expressive signs, receptive signs and finger spelling. An appreciation of cultural diversity is developed through the study of the differences and similarities between deaf and hearing cultures.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

Sign Language 102
This course is a continuation of the study of the basic principles of American Sign Language with an emphasis on conceptual accuracy. A deeper appreciation of deaf culture is developed by studying the deaf community, encouraging participation in deaf community events, and understanding various communication technology used by deaf people.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

Sign Language 201
This course provides a review and in-depth study of the grammatical concepts of American Sign Language. It will further develop the appreciation of cultural diversity particularly in the deaf community. The class is conducted primarily in American Sign Language.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

For more information about the sign language program, contact:

Angela Hoppe-Nagao
Speech Department Chair
(562) 860-2451 Ext: 2851
anagao@cerritos.edu

Interpreting and Other Communication Services

The Disabled Student Programs and Services offers help with:

American Sign Language interpreting
Real time captioning
Communication Services between Staff and Faculty
Provide and checkout assistive listening devices
Assist Deaf & Hard of Hearing students with priority registration

For more information about these services, contact:

Mary D’Ettorre
Communication Services, Coordinator/Supervisor
Disabled Student Programs & Services
(562) 860-2451 Ext: 2352
mdettore@cerritos.edu

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