Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9QFO
FORMOSAN
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Formosan language specialists interpret and translate the specified Formosan language for Navy operations, interviews, liaison activities, and intelligence support. They preserve local terminology and cultural context while producing accurate translations, reports, and operational communications.
Core Skills
- formosan language proficiency
- spoken language interpretation
- written translation
- regional language analysis
- cross cultural communication
- consecutive interpreting
- terminology management
- source evaluation
- intelligence reporting
Common Certifications
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Community Interpreter Training
- FEMA Independent Study Course IS-100.C
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- Federal Court Interpreter 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.