Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC

NEC

9PAM

PAMPANGAN

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

Description

PAMPANGAN language specialists use their proficiency in Pampangan to interpret conversations and translate written material for military, government, and liaison requirements. They communicate precisely across cultural boundaries while supporting reporting, information collection, and operational coordination.

Core Skills

  • pampangan language proficiency
  • oral interpretation
  • written translation
  • listening comprehension
  • cross cultural communication
  • language proficiency testing
  • terminology management
  • liaison support
  • accurate reporting

Common Certifications

  • American Translators Association Certification
  • ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
  • ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
  • Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
  • National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
  • CompTIA Project+
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications

Civilian Career Paths

  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION
  • PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
  • ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
  • Community Interpreter Training
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications

Career Growth

  • American Translators Association Certification
  • Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
  • National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) 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.