Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9GAN
CHINESE-GAN
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Personnel with the Chinese Gan NEC demonstrate documented proficiency in Gan Chinese for language analysis, translation, interpretation, and regional cultural support. They distinguish language-specific meaning, evaluate source material, and communicate findings accurately in spoken and written formats.
Core Skills
- gan chinese comprehension
- gan chinese translation
- spoken interpretation
- chinese character reading
- regional cultural analysis
- linguistic pattern recognition
- terminology management
- intelligence reporting
- cross cultural communication
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- HSK Chinese Proficiency Test
- Certified Translation Professional Certification
- Diploma in Translation
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- HSK Chinese Proficiency Test
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test
- Community Interpreter Training
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Diploma in Translation
- Certified Translation Professional Certification
- Master of Arts in Translation Studies
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.