Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9FRO
OLD FRENCH
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Personnel with the Old French NEC demonstrate documented proficiency in Old French for language research, historical analysis, translation, or specialized Navy billets. They interpret written texts, identify linguistic details, and communicate findings to support cultural, academic, or intelligence requirements.
Core Skills
- old french reading comprehension
- historical text translation
- linguistic analysis
- cultural context research
- terminology management
- source evaluation
- written reporting
- language instruction
- cross cultural communication
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- Certified Translation Professional Certification
- Diploma in Translation
- Certified Professional in Training Management
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- Coursera Translation Fundamentals Course
- University Certificate in Medieval Studies
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Diploma in Translation
- Master of Arts in Translation Studies
- Certified Translation Professional 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.