Deaf & Hard of Hearing Student Opportunities
Northern Essex Community College ’s longstanding commitment to students who are Deaf and hard of hearing is evidenced by its comprehensive approach to serving this population.
The English Language Cluster provides a model intensive developmental program for Deaf and hard of hearing students wanting to improve their reading and writing skills before applying for transfer to four-year colleges, or mainstreamed classes at NECC.
NECC's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) works closely with campus and community resources to coordinate and provide an optimal array of services and accommodations for enrolled deaf or hard of hearing students.
The Deaf Studies Program is known as the only publicly funded training program for sign language interpreters and paraprofessionals.
NECC is also home to the Gallaudet University Regional Center which brings resources of the world’s only liberal arts university for deaf and hard of hearing people to the northeast region through training workshops, technical assistance, and extension courses.
