Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9ACH
ACHOLI
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Acholi language specialists use Acholi proficiency to interpret communications, translate written or spoken material, and advise teams on cultural context. They support engagement, analysis, and coordination with Acholi-speaking communities and partner organizations.
Core Skills
- acholi language proficiency
- spoken language interpretation
- written translation
- cultural advising
- cross cultural communication
- language quality control
- community engagement
- regional context analysis
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- Federal Interagency Language Roundtable proficiency testing
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI)
- Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI)
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview Certification
- CompTIA Security+
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- American Translators Association Certification preparation
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- Federal Interagency Language Roundtable proficiency testing
- Community interpreting fundamentals course
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI)
- Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI)
- CompTIA Security+
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.