Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9KAC
KACHIN
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Kachin language specialists interpret and translate Kachin communications for Navy personnel, missions, and operational requirements. They capture regional language meaning, explain cultural context, and support liaison work and accurate operational reporting.
Core Skills
- kachin language fluency
- spoken language interpretation
- written translation
- dialect identification
- listening comprehension
- cultural context analysis
- terminology management
- confidential information handling
- liaison communication
Common Certifications
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- American Translators Association Certified Translator
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Certified Medical Interpreter
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- CompTIA Data+
Civilian Career Paths
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Community interpreter training course
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute IS-100 and IS-700
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certified Translator
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- 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.