Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9DAK
DAKOTA
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Dakota linguists demonstrate and maintain working proficiency in Dakota for Navy assignments, personnel support, and mission communication. They interpret spoken exchanges, translate written material, and convey cultural context accurately while protecting sensitive information.
Core Skills
- dakota language proficiency
- spoken interpretation
- written translation
- cultural communication
- terminology management
- language proficiency testing
- confidentiality handling
- cross cultural liaison
Common Certifications
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter
- Certified Court Interpreter
- Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- Community Interpreter Training
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Court Interpreter
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
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.