Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9KRI
KRIO
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Personnel holding the KRIO language NEC provide verified proficiency in Krio for translation, interpretation, cultural communication, and language-enabled naval assignments. They may support interviews, reports, liaison activities, and analysis involving Sierra Leonean and related West African communities.
Core Skills
- krio language proficiency
- oral interpretation
- written translation
- language testing
- cultural knowledge
- cross cultural communication
- interview support
- report writing
- information handling
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Certification
- Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Certification
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- Certified Linguist Professional
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview
- Introduction to Translation and Interpreting course
- Community Interpreter Training
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Certification
- Certified Linguist Professional
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.