Avant STAMP for ASL is a first-of-its-kind American Sign Language test. It was developed for second-language learners of ASL and Children of Deaf Adults (CODA) in collaboration with Bridges Oregon. Bridges Oregon is one of only two organizations that deliver the National Sign Language Assessment (NSLA) which uses the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) to assess ASL interpreters.
Test takers will be evaluated on the Receptive skill (the ability to comprehend ASL) as well as the Expressive skill (the ability to create ASL) including the use of ASL grammar.
Community members are welcome to take the Avant STAMP for ASL at NKU Testing Services and have their scores transferred to other institutions at no additional cost.
Successful passage of the Avant STAMP for ASL will earn NKU students credit for ASL 110 - Beginning American Sign Language I (3 credits).
The Avant STAMP for ASL is offered everyday Monday-Friday, at various times. Appointments can be made by clicking on the "Register Now" button below.
Testing Services may provide evening testing hours upon request. Please email testing@nku.edu or call us at 859-572-6373 to inquire.
At the time of the registration, the examinee is required to pay Northern Kentucky University a fee of $115. This fee is non-refundable. If you wish to reschedule, you may do so without a charge 7 days prior to your scheduled test date. If you reschedule after the 7-day grace period, you must register and pay the fee again.
On the day of the test, the examinee must bring a government official picture identification card that includes both a picture and signature to the Testing Center.
Approximately 65 minutes total. The assessment is broken down into two sections. Test takers will be evaluated on the Receptive skill (the ability to comprehend ASL) as well as the Expressive skill (the ability to create ASL) including the use of ASL grammar.
Receptive: Approximately 30 multiple choice questions
Expressive: 3 prompts
Scores are available 20 to 22 business days after test completion. During busy testing times (March-June), scoring may take longer. Please plan accordingly.
Due to the online and recorded nature of the assessment, test takers are advised to ensure they adhere to the following guidelines.
For further information on this test, check out the STAMP for ASL Test Taker Guide.
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