Communication Supports and Services
Sign Language Interpreting Services
Interpreters at the University of Alberta have the training and ability to adapt to preferred methods of signed communication, ranging from American Sign Language to contact variety sign language.
Sign Language Interpreting Services for Students
Sign language interpreting services are available as an accommodation for d/Deaf or hard of hearing students. These services are not limited to the classroom. With sufficient notice, interpreting services may be arranged for study groups, work placements, or other campus activities in consultation with ASC Accessibility & Accommodations.
Sign Language Interpreting Services for U of A Events
Sign language interpreting services are available for events hosted by the University of Alberta, whether they take place on or off campus. The presence of these services at U of A presentations, workshops, celebrations, and all other types of gatherings ensures adequate accessibility for d/Deaf and hard of hearing guests, presenters, and attendees.
Click here to book sign language interpreting services for your event.
Live Captioning Services
Live captioning services (sometimes known as Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)) are available through ASC Accessibility & Accommodations.
Live Captioning Services for Students
Live captioning services are available as an accommodation for d/Deaf or hard of hearing students. Services may be arranged for synchronous lectures, seminars, and labs. With sufficient notice, live captioning may also be arranged for practicum placements and other experiential learning opportunities in consultation with ASC Accessibility & Accommodations.
Live Captioning Services for U of A Events
Live captioning services are available for events hosted by the University of Alberta, whether they take place on or off campus. The presence of these services at U of A presentations, workshops, celebrations, and all other types of gatherings ensures adequate accessibility for d/Deaf and hard of hearing guests, presenters, and attendees.
Click here to book live captioning services for your event.