WNCC American Sign Language Class Schedule

Western Nevada Community College 2201 W. College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 775.445.3000 (phone) 775.887.3051 (fax) 775.887.3035 (TTY) MAP		The AM classes at WNCC count as foreign language credit & aid in the certification for public school teachers.

Fall 2006 Class Schedule Registration 8/14/06-8/25/06 AM 145 - American Sign Language I AM 146- American Sign Language II *Instructor: Johnston, ASLTA Certified
Course: Time: Date: Units:	AM 145 - American Sign Language I TU/TH 9:00-11:00 AM 8/29/06-12/13/06 4 A first level beginning class using an effective up-to-date approach for the acquisition of conversational American Sign Language skills. Meets Foreign Language Requirement.	TOP 5 REASONS TO CONSIDER A CAREER IN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING: 1. The state of Nevada recently passed S.B. 245 requiring interpreters to be certified. This will open many professional opportunities for interpreters. Click here to read Senate Bill 245
Course: Time: Date: Units:	AM 146 - American Sign Language II TU/TH 12:00-2:00 PM 8/29/06-12/13/06 4 The second level class for the continued acquisition of conversational American Sign Language skills. Meets Foreign Language Requirement.	2. There is a great demand for qualified interpreters in the state of Nevada and nationwide. 3. The job of an Interpreter is extremely versatile, serving Deaf clients in educational, medical, legal, mental health, social services, performing art, business, and religious settings.
		4. Great satisfaction is derived from being a facilitator of communication between Deaf and hearing consumers. 5. Receive tremendous first hand (pun intended) insight into Deaf Culture.