Although some schools do not offer majors in American Sign Language, they often offer ASL training as part of another major, such as education, interdisciplinary studies, or social work.

Many schools allow you to take ASL courses to satisfy the second language requirement.

A related field to ASL is "Deaf Studies." Often you must know ASL in order to enroll in this program.

It is important to know that ASL is not a version of English, but is its own independent language.

Most people choose to become certified ASL teachers and interpreters. In most cases, this means you must graduate with a degree in ASL from an accredited school, work for a period of time as a teacher or interpreter, and submit a portfolio of your signing, teaching, and interpreting experience. Then, you must pass a written and practical exam. Becoming certified shows that you are competent and knowledgeable about your field.

Many people choose to double major in ASL and another field such as psychology, counseling, or anthropology. Many people also study for an extra year to obtain their teacher's license.