Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9QLB
ARABIC-LEBANESE (LEVANTINE)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Lebanese Arabic linguists communicate in Levantine Arabic and interpret conversations, documents, and culturally specific information for naval requirements. They support liaison activities, translation, regional analysis, and accurate communication with Arabic-speaking communities.
Core Skills
- levantine arabic proficiency
- spoken interpretation
- written translation
- regional cultural analysis
- document review
- liaison communication
- language proficiency testing
- terminology management
- confidential information handling
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
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Community Interpreter Training
- FEMA IS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- 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.