Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9VMW
MAKUA
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Makua language specialists demonstrate and maintain professional proficiency in Makua for Navy billets, operational communication, and mission support. They may interpret conversations, translate written material, conduct language research, and report culturally relevant information to supported teams.
Core Skills
- makua language proficiency
- oral interpretation
- written translation
- language proficiency testing
- cultural research
- linguistic analysis
- terminology management
- source evaluation
- confidential information handling
Common Certifications
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- American Translators Association (ATA) Certification
- Federal Acquisition Institute COR Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- Coursera Translation and Interpreting Courses
Career Growth
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- American Translators Association (ATA) 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.