This badge signifies advanced communication skills in conversational ASL and an understanding of Deaf culture. Successful learners will be able to use ASL in extended communication and will be able to explain key features of Deaf culture. This badge is not a credential for providing interpreting services to Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals. GVSU is not authorized to issue interpreting credentials. In Michigan, the Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs administers interpreting credentials.