This program prepares students to meet the communication, educational, and human services needs of individuals from kindergarten through adulthood who are deaf or hard of hearing. Undergraduates choose from three concentrations: Advocacy and Services for the Deaf (prepares professionals to work with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing via community service agencies), Interpreter Preparation (prepares professionals to work as interpreters in community and educational settings), and K12 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher Licensure (prepares teachers to provide educational services for children who are deaf or hard of hearing from K-12).<br><br>100% of interpreting graduates pass the National Interpreter Certification (written).<br>More than 90% of education graduates obtain employment as teachers within and outside of North Carolina.<br>40 states within the U.S. accept N.C. teaching licensure.<br>All areas of study focus on the unique educational needs of deaf and hard of hearing children, emphasizing language acquisition, teaching methods, and communication modes.<br>Faculty have extensive experience in the field, including former K-12 teachers and interpreters. Samuel Parker, interpreter coordinator, served as the lead interpreter for President Bill Clinton's inauguration among other high-profile roles.