BA in Deaf Studies - Interpreting in Fresno United States | California State University, Fresno

The field of Communication Sciences and Deaf Studies encompasses audiology, speech-language pathology, deaf education, and interpreting, addressing various aspects of speech, hearing, and language. Audiologists and speech-language pathologists focus on delivering diagnostic, rehabilitative, and instructional support to individuals of all ages facing communication difficulties. Meanwhile, specialists in deaf education and interpreting dedicate themselves to offering educational and community-based services for those who use American Sign Language or alternative communication methods.
The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences combines a liberal arts education with specialized coursework, giving students fundamental knowledge about speech, language, and hearing development, as well as communication disorders. Those focusing on deaf studies can choose among three concentrations: deaf education, deaf studies, or sign language interpretation.