the community interpreter

Question 1

What is community interpreting?

Answer 1

A profession that facilitates access to community services for linguistically diverse clients who do not speak the language of service

Question 2

Interpreter

Answer 2

“language professional who conveys a message produced in a source language (2.4.5), be it spoken or signed, into a target language (2.4.6), spoken or signed, in real time and whose task is to convey every element of the message.”

Question 3

Define medical interpreting.

Answer 3

Interpreting that takes place in any health care facility setting; also known as Health Care Interpreting.

Question 4

Are medical interpreter’s community interpreters?

Answer 4

yes

Question 5

What is the purpose of interpreting?

Answer 5

provide communication between 2 individuals that not share the same language

Question 6

“What are language access laws?

Answer 6

” can be defined as the use of language assistance to facilitate the ability of an individual who does not speak, read, write or understand the language of service well to obtain meaningful access to that service.

Question 7

List the minimum requirements for a community interpreter to practice as an interpreter.

Answer 7

• Be 18 years old or older,
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate bilingualism and literacy, preferably by showing a language proficiency test
• Hold a certificate for professional interpreter training, at least 40 hours.

Question 8

Describe the difference between a certificate and certification.

Answer 8

Certification -3rd party certify you to do something

• Take exam to be certified an individual has the capacity to perform a particular set of skills. Certificate- A legal document attesting to a fact. training certificate could show proof of completion of a program.
• 40 hours interpreting program training does not certify you to do anything

Question 9

“Basic interpreting skill requirements

Answer 9

“interpret in consecutive and simultaneous mode, as appropriate;•sight-translate written materials written in both working languages (when applicable);•take notes during the interpreted assignment if necessary (e.g., consecutive mode);•monitor his/her own performance;•demonstrate active listening skills;•demonstrate effective delivery skills;•possess strong memory skills;”

Question 10

Which kinds of organizations develop recognized certification programs for interpreters?

Answer 10

• CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreter)

- NBCMI (National Board for Certified Medical Interpreters)

Question 11

National certification exists for?

Answer 11

• Medical Interpreters

- Law interpreters

Question 12

If you graduate successfully from a 40-hour interpreting program, are you certified?

Answer 12

No, I will be a community interpreter, outside the state of Washington there are no certification for community interpreters.

Question 13

Name the organizations in the United States that provide national medical interpreter certification.

Answer 13

• CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreter)

- NBCMI (National Board for Certified Medical Interpreters)

Question 14

Is there national U.S. certification for community interpreters?

Answer 14

No, outside the state of Washington there are no certification for community interpreters.

Question 15

What is a code of ethics?

Answer 15

• Rules and regulations that govern the conduct and behavior
• What we do
• Principles
• More strict
• 9 codes of ethic

Question 16

Why do ethics matter?

Answer 16

• Help us to deal with interpreting challenges
• Know what to in professional way
• Help to follow rules

Question 17

What are standards of practice?

Answer 17

• How we do
• Guidelines
• More flexible
• 32 standards of practice

Question 18

List some differences between ethics and standards of practice.

Answer 18

Ethics are the strictest rules of a profession whereas standers are guidelines about quality performance.

Question 19

Spell out what NCIHC stands for.

Answer 19

NCIHC (National Council on Interpreting in Healthcare

Question 20

In what year did NCIHC publish the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care?

Answer 20

2004

Question 21

Name the nine principles in the NCIHC code of ethics.

Answer 21

• Confidentiality
• Accuracy
• Impartiality
• Role boundaries
• Cultural awareness
• Respect
• Professional Development
• Professionalism
• Advocacy

Question 22

Do you really have to interpret EVERYTHING that is stated?

Answer 22

-Yes
-Add nothing
-Omit nothing
Change nothing

Question 23

If you arrive and you know the person you’re supposed to interpret for, what three steps should you take immediately?

Answer 23

Disclose the relationship (conflict, interest)

• Offer to withdraw
• Decide whether or not you should stay if asked

Question 24

List the three steps in the SAY NO Model (how to say no).

Answer 24

• Decline graciously
• Give alternatives
• Give reasons

Question 25

Describe communicative autonomy.

Answer 25

capacity (ability) of each party in an encounter to be responsible for and in control communication (or allow parties to direct communication, asking question to each other)

Question 26

Which area of community interpreting has become the most professionalized?

Answer 26

Medical Interpreting (Healthcare setting)