American Sign Language, A.A.

Build communication skills and explore Deaf culture with TCC's American Sign Language program. Connect, learn, and thrive in an inclusive environment.

About the American Sign Language Degree

  • Develop strong ASL skills to communicate confidently.
  • Explore the history, values, and norms of the Deaf community.
  • Lay the groundwork for careers in interpreting, education, linguistics, and more.
  • Seamlessly transfer your TCC degree to a four-year university.
  • Thrive in a community that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

American Sign Language Degree Details

Gain the skills to engage meaningfully across languages and cultures. This ASL degree opens doors to respectful communication within the Deaf community and paves the way for careers in interpreting, ASL teaching, and research.

After successfully completing this program, you will have the ability to:

  • Communicate with American Sign Language.
  • Display ethical behaviors that promote respect for Deaf Culture and ASL
  • Demonstrate intralingual skills by using correct grammar and syntax at the appropriate signing level.
  • Apply the etiquette and basic tenets of ethical guidelines of Deaf Culture norms and interpreting field.
  • Compare the cultural and languages theories.

View the Degree Requirements to see the courses and credits required for your A.A. degree.

Explore the ASL Studies Program Map or the Interpreting Program Map to plan for completing your associate degree in two years with full-time enrollment. If you're thinking about transferring to a four-year university, use the Transfer Map to plan your next steps.

Program Contact

School of Communication, English, & World Languages
TCC Northeast Campus
3727 East Apache St.
Tulsa, OK 74115
918-595-7089
worldlanguages@tulsacc.edu 

TCC ASL Studies Graduate at Commencement

Careers in American Sign Language

Explore career paths in ASL interpreting, Deaf education, linguistics, and more. Connect with Career Services to access free tools and personalized support for planning your future in the field.

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Transfer Your ASL degree to a Four-Year University

Continue your studies in ASL education, interpreting, or linguistics with a seamless, affordable transfer from TCC. Connect with your TCC academic advisor for a personalized transfer plan.

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TCC ASL Studies student

Navigating Success at TCC

"The campuses are really convenient for where I live, and attending for my degree is free through Tulsa Achieves,” Clayton said. “My advice to incoming students is to not care about what other people think and pay attention to deadlines."

Clayton Williams

Homeschool Student, ASL Studies

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