2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 02, 2025  
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Rehabilitation Services - American Sign Language, B.S.


Departmental Requirements

The following courses prepare individuals who are interested in developing communication skills for interacting with the Deaf community. The courses are open to other academic units at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and to the community for individuals who are interested in acquiring sign language skills. ASLS courses (ASLS 307  and higher) are authorized for the two required Rehabilitation Options.

Required Courses


General Education Requirements


Students should consult with their departmental advisor when making course selections.

Curriculum Area I - Arts and Humanities: Credits 9


Curriculum Area II - Social and Behavioral Sciences: Credits 6


Discipline A: Social Sciences

Discipline B: Behavioral Sciences

Curriculum Area III - Biological and Physical Sciences: Credits 7


Students must select two science courses which must include at least one laboratory.

Curriculum Area IV - Mathematics: Credits 3


Curriculum Area V - English Composition: Credits 9


Curriculum Area VI - Emerging Issues: Credits 7


Total Required for General Education: Credits 41 Minimum


1Students must pass ENGL 101  and ENGL 102  with grade of “C” or above before taking ENGL 203 .

2Honors students should take honors courses.

Support Courses Requirements: Credits 22 (1)


Curriculum Guide for American Sign Language