About the course

George Brown College’s Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (American Sign Language – English) program was developed to address the growing demand for qualified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters. This degree helps prepare graduates for work in this dynamic field.

　　An interpreter is a fluent bilingual-bicultural professional, facilitating communication between those who do not share the same language or culture.

　　To be a sign language interpreter requires manual dexterity, critical thinking skills, visual-spatial recognition, excellent short- and long-term memory and superior cognitive processing abilities in order to process information instantaneously at a level of bilingual and bicultural expertise beyond conversational fluency. For non-Deaf interpreters, this will also include auditory-processing capabilities.

　　Over the course of four years, students will continue to improve and hone both their English and American Sign Language proficiencies while studying to become interpreters. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Toronto
Fall (September), 2025	Toronto

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for George Brown College

Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent

　　Be 18 years of age or older at the time of registration

　　IELTS - 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each skill band)

　　TOEFL - 80 overall (minimum 20 in each skill band)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 84.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at George Brown College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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