Training Opportunities - Deaf Services
Deaf Ally Training
If you're interested in learning more about becoming an ally for the Deaf community please email us at accessdeafservices@siue.edu.
Traineeship
ACCESS Deaf Services is offering a Skills Building Traineeship opportunity for Basic-level certified interpreters who need more on-the-job experience. Through the Traineeship process, participants will:
- Observe working interpreters
- Receive hands-on learning
- Gain access to job opportunities
If you've passed the TEP, and you're interested in an intensive mentoring program, our Traineeship program is right for you. For more information, call 618-650-3726 or email us at accessdeafservices@siue.edu.
Winter Workshops
Our Winter Workshop Series brings together ASL students, interpreting students, the Deaf community, and professional interpreters for meaningful learning and connection. Workshops are run concurrently with additional information received after registration. There are two tracks, Beginner Signer and Advanced.
Beginner Signer Track
Foundations of ASL
Friday, February 20, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"Classifiers - An Introduction"
Saturday, February 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Facial Grammar - An Introduction"
Advanced Track
Professional Development
Friday, February 20, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"Bring Back Community Ethics Discussion"
Saturday, February 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00PM
"Voicing in Advanced Settings"
General Admission: Suggested Donation of $20 per workshop. Students: Suggested donation of $10 per workshop. Use the link below to register. Proceeds from this series will help support campers at Camp Launch this summer. If you have questions, please email us at accessdeafservices@siue.edu.
