The salary range for an American Sign Language Interpreter is $25,000 to $60,100 annually. A May 8, 2019 review of job listings reveals the majority of interpreting positions to be full-time, require two years of ASL, and a certificate of interpreting. In instances where a Bachelor’s degree is required, listings typically require a degree specific to their industry. A number of the interpreter listings identified being placed in an interpreter “pool” where accepted applicants may be chosen from. American Sign Language Teacher or Instructor had a salary range of $35,000 to $70,000, where the majority of job listings were posted by colleges and high schools. Many high school teacher postings require a teaching degree, while other educational positions require advanced degrees, such as a Masters in ASL, Deaf Studies or Education. Experience Level # of Jobs % Entry level 671 79.7% Mid-level 169 20.1% Senior level 2 .2% Job Type # of Jobs % Full-time 531 46.6% Part-time 460 40.4% Contract 83 7.3% Temporary 42 3.7% Internship/Commission 24 2%
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Competition: Central Washington University’s closest competitor in this field is Western Oregon University, which offers two Bachelor degree options; a Bachelor of Arts in American Sign Language Studies and a Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language/ English Interpreting. Additionally, students have the option to pursue several master’s degree options, including Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education for students pursuing a career in education, Interpreting Studies, and Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling for students pursuing a career outside of education. The Bachelor’s in American Sign Language/ English Interpreting includes theory, skill development, and professional application. In s electing a minor to support the interpreting
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