Professional Development

Question 1

Tenet:

Answer 1

Interpreters engage in professional development.

Question 2

Guiding Principle:

Answer 2

Interpreters are expected to foster and maintain interpreting competence and the
stature of the profession through ongoing development of knowledge and skills.

Question 3

How many parts?

Answer 3

2

Question 4

7.1

Answer 4

Increase knowledge and strengthen skills through activities such as:
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pursuing higher education;
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attending workshops and conferences;
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seeking mentoring and supervision opportunities;
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participating in community events; and
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engaging in independent studies.

Question 5

7.2

Answer 5

Keep abreast of laws, policies, rules, and regulations that affect the profession.

Question 6

Illustrative Behavior - All

Answer 6

7.1
Increase knowledge and strengthen skills through activities such as:
•
pursuing higher education;
•
attending workshops and conferences;
•
seeking mentoring and supervision opportunities;
•
participating in community events; and
•
engaging in independent studies.
7.2
Keep abreast of laws, policies, rules, and regulations that affect the profession.