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Deaf Studies A.A. Degree

This degree provides an introductory overview of the Deaf community and American Sign Language in cultural context. Students completing this degree will develop an understanding and respect for the Deaf culture, which will enable them to collaborate effectively with Deaf people for the empowerment of the Deaf community. This degree provides students with the psychosocial dynamics necessary to work in an educational or social service setting or to pursue an advanced degree at a 4-year institution.

Total Units:
60-63

First Year

Semester 1

14-15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
DEAF 310
American Sign Language I
4
F, S
DEAF 351
Introduction to American Deaf Culture
3
F
CRC Area II(a)-Writing Competency
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area II(b)-Math Competency
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area III(a)-Physical Edu Activity
1
F, S, Su

Semester 2

19 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
DEAF 312
American Sign Language II
4
DEAF 310
F, S
DEAF 352
Introduction to American Deaf Education
3
S
CRC Area I-Humanities
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area IV-Natural Science
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(a)-American Institution
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(b)-Social & Behavioral Sciences
3
F, S, Su

Year 2

Semester 3

14-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
DEAF 314
American Sign Language III
4
DEAF 312
F
DEAF 360
Deaf Art
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area III(b)-Life Development Skills
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area VI-Ethnic/ Multicultural Studies
3
F, S, Su
Elective 1
1-3
F, S, Su

1Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 4

13 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
DEAF 316
American Sign Language IV
4
DEAF 314
S
DEAF 311
Fingerspelling, Classifiers and Numbers or
3
DEAF 310
F(even year), Su
DEAF 354
Creative Signs or
3
DEAF 314
F, Su
DEAF 380
American Sign Language Literature
3
DEAF 314
S
Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Elective 1
3
F, S, Su

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available  (P) = partially online

1 Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Career Options/Outlook:

Interpreters and Translators interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.  Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.  

A sample of reported job titles:

Court Interpreter, Deaf Interpreter, Educational Interpreter, Interpreter, Medical Interpreter, Paraprofessional Interpreter, Sign Language Interpreter, Spanish Interpreter, Technical Translator, Translator

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

1,340

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

28% growth

Median Salary in California (2021):

$71,050/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2025-2026

Published September 26, 2025

Counselor Contact: Alex Kagan  | Faculty Contact: Kim E. Harrell

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