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• ITP 206: Ethics and Business of Interpreting

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  In this course, taught in American Sign Language (ASL), studentslook at the ethical practices of interpreting, identifying ethical behaviors both on and off the job, as well as those that pertain to running an independent business as a freelance interpreter. Demand-Control Schema (D-CS) and Role Space are used as tools to identify the spectrum of challenges and responses that are possible with an interpreted interaction. Observations for this course requires students to have appropriate clearances. Prerequisite:    A grade of "C" or better in ASL 210   
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• ITP 208: Simultaneous Interpreting

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  Simultaneous Interpreting is the process which allows people who do not have the same language or culture to communicate directly across those boundaries using a professional interpreter who is trained to attend to one language while expressing themselves simultaneously in another. In this course, studentsdraw upon their previous coursework to combine the multiple skill processes needed to produce this type of interpretation. This course is taught in American Sign Language (ASL). Observations for this courserequires students to have appropriate clearances. Prerequisite:    A grade of "C" or better in ITP 104   
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• ITP 211: NIC & EIPA Test Preparation

  2.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course, taught in American Sign Language (ASL), prepares students for the process of working towardcertification after they graduate from their interpreter training program. Students are given exercises and assignments to review the requisite knowledge to pass both the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) knowledge written examination, as well as the performance examination and the Educational Interpreter's Performance Assessment (EIPA) written and performance examinations. Students gaina clear understanding of the process for both the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and the Pennsylvania Interpreter registration law and what is required to be a workinginterpreter in this state. Prerequisite:    A grade of "C" or better in ITP 104   
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• ITP 212: Educational Interpreting

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  In this course, taught in American Sign Language (ASL), studentsdiscuss issues related to interpreting in the K-12 classroom. Studentsanalyze the major transitions from childhood to adolescence to adulthood and the changes required in professional roles, responsibilities and ethical decision making. This course compares and contrasts working in the community versus K-12 environments, reviewing the testing requirements and state laws governing each setting. Studentsinterpret educational content and review the requirements for a student who has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and what the interpreter's role is in this process. Prerequisite:    a grade of C or better in ITP 208   
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• ITP 250P: Practicum and Portfolio

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course, taught in American Sign Language (ASL), is a field placement practicum in either the K-12 educational systemor the community under a supervising mentor. The interpreting practicum provides students with the opportunity to experience, understand and gain familiarity with the professional world of interpreting in multiple settings including K-12, community, Video Relay Service, Video Remote Interpreting and religious settings. Students complete 180 hours of supervised observation and interpreting in these settingsin addition to 14 hours of classroom time to meet with the practicum supervisor. The students also use this time to develop a portfolio of their work to use to market themselves to potential agencies and consumers, as well as a tool to develop a professonal development plan for post-graduation. This course requires students to have appropriate clearances. Prerequisite:    Completion of all other coursework in the program except for the final semester classes.  
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• JRN 101: Introduction to Journalism

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  A course to acquaint the student with the news sources for a journalist or citizen. Methods of news gathering and management are covered, along with economic, social, political, legal and technical problems associated with journalism for newspapers, magazines, television and radio. Prerequisite:    Eligibility for ENG 101   
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• JRN 102: Fundamentals of News Reporting

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course teaches students to write for various forms of media including newspapers, magazines, websites, radio and television. Students will also learn the laws, ethics and professional standards associated with writing for media. Prerequisite:    Eligibility for ENG 101   
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• JRN 103: Introduction to Mass Media

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course provides students with a survey of mass media including print, electronicand digitalwith a particular focus on the evolution and impact of the internet, digital mediaand social media. The concepts and skills covered in this course prepare students to critically analyze the social, culturaland economic roles of media in a global society.
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• JRN 106: Principles of Communication

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  A course to acquaint students with communication techniques and their applications. Open to non-journalism majors.
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• MAS 101: Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 1

  5.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course introduces students to the theory and practice of professional massage therapy. Group discussions include the history of massage from ancient to modern times,professional communication skills, informed consent and client intake, scope and standards of practice,legal and ethical issues, professional boundaries and the therapeutic relationship. Discussions also include examining the benefits and precautions for massage,identifying endangerment sites, creating self-care plans to increase career longevityand exploring the role of the massage therapist in various employment settings. Client screening, intake and informed consent precede the application of hands-on techniques. The laboratory portion of this course includes the safe, sanitary and efficient use of massage equipment and supplies, demonstrationof proper body and table mechanics, application of a system of structuredstrokes, touch, pressure and movement of the soft tissues of the bodyand the performance of Swedish massage in varying amounts of time to enhance the health and well-being of the client. Writing clear, concise and accurate treatment notes conclude hands-onsessions. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    Acceptance into MAS program.  
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