Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC

NEC

9FRC

CAJUN

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Cajun French language specialists use their proficiency in Cajun to translate, interpret, and support communication with Cajun French speakers and communities. They apply language knowledge, cultural awareness, and careful listening to preserve meaning in oral and written communication.

Core Skills

  • cajun language proficiency
  • spoken language interpretation
  • written translation
  • listening comprehension
  • cross cultural communication
  • terminology management
  • translation quality control
  • language research
  • confidential information handling

Common Certifications

  • American Translators Association Certification
  • ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
  • ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
  • Certified Translation Professional
  • Certified Healthcare Interpreter
  • Court Interpreter Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
  • ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
  • American Translators Association Translator Training
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute IS-100.c

Career Growth

  • American Translators Association Certification
  • Certified Healthcare Interpreter
  • 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.