Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9BAS
BASSA (CAMAROONS)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Bassa language specialists translate, interpret, and communicate in Bassa to support naval operations, intelligence activities, and engagement with foreign populations. They assess language usage, preserve meaning and cultural context, and produce accurate written or spoken communication for military missions.
Core Skills
- bassa language proficiency
- spoken language interpretation
- written translation
- listening comprehension
- cultural context analysis
- terminology management
- language quality control
- secure information handling
- interagency communication
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Community Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Credential
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
- LEGAL SERVICES
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Certified Community Interpreter (CCHI) preparation course
- FEMA IS-100 and IS-700 courses
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Credential
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.