Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9PAP
PAPIAMENTO
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
PAPIAMENTO language specialists use their proficiency in Papiamento to interpret spoken communication and translate written material for operational, administrative, and liaison needs. They preserve meaning and cultural context while supporting reporting, communication, and information gathering.
Core Skills
- papiamento 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.