FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to take the College Placement Test if I only want a few courses?
Students who wish to take more than 11 credits must take the College Placement Test administered by the Admissions Office (571-5343).
I already have a college degree. What are the requirements for me?
The Delaware Tech admissions office needs an official transcript (sent directly from your prior college). You will then be exempt from the College Placement Test. You will not need to take RDG 120, Critical Reading and Thinking and ENG 121, Composition. Your transcript will also be evaluated course by course by the Dean of Instruction's Office and appropriate department chairpersons. It is necessary to declare a technology (major) before a valid evaluation can be done. Please allow sufficient time for this process.
I have some college credit but not a degree. What should I do?
Credit 10 years old is not accepted. Otherwise, submit an official transcript to Admissions.
I've had experience (or prior instruction) signing. Which class do I need?
After being admitted, students should call 571-5336 to make an appointment for individualized placement.
Why do some people need to take more courses than others?
The placement scores you make determine which courses you need to take. For example, some students need to review English grammar or writing and will be supported in doing that by appropriate English classes. Other students may need to review math fundamentals in order to be considered eligible for any type of college degree.
What do I need to do to become an interpreter?
Students complete the certificate or diploma program for Sign Language or will be referred to another institution which offers Interpreter Training courses.
How do interpreters get certification?
Professional certification in interpreting is done by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and involves a written exam which may be taken soon after graduation and an evaluation of signing skills which is normally done after some years of experience have been gained.
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
333 Commerce Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703)838-0030 Voice
(703)838-0459 TTY
(703)838-0454 Fax
www.rid.org
What factors will contribute to my success in signing?
Strong English skills are very important for interpreters and most helpful for all language learners. Using your new language is a must. You cannot really know a second language by merely being a spectator. There is no "cramming" in language acquisition. Constant practice is needed. In addition to attending class and partici-pating, students are directed toward events in which they can interact with the Deaf community. Videotapes will also be available in the audio visual area of the Wilmington Campus library.
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