What is community interpreting?
A profession that facilitates access to community services for linguistically diverse clients who do not speak the language of service
Interpreter
“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.”
Define medical interpreting.
Interpreting that takes place in any health care facility setting; also known as Health Care Interpreting.
Are medical interpreter’s community interpreters?
yes
What is the purpose of interpreting?
provide communication between 2 individuals that not share the same language
“What are language access laws?
” 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.
List the minimum requirements for a community interpreter to practice as an interpreter.
- 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.
Describe the difference between a certificate and certification.
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
“Basic interpreting skill requirements
“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;”
Which kinds of organizations develop recognized certification programs for interpreters?
- CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreter)
- NBCMI (National Board for Certified Medical Interpreters)
National certification exists for?
- Medical Interpreters
- Law interpreters
If you graduate successfully from a 40-hour interpreting program, are you certified?
No, I will be a community interpreter, outside the state of Washington there are no certification for community interpreters.
Name the organizations in the United States that provide national medical interpreter certification.
- CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreter)
- NBCMI (National Board for Certified Medical Interpreters)
Is there national U.S. certification for community interpreters?
No, outside the state of Washington there are no certification for community interpreters.
What is a code of ethics?
- Rules and regulations that govern the conduct and behavior
- What we do
- Principles
- More strict
- 9 codes of ethic
Why do ethics matter?
- Help us to deal with interpreting challenges
- Know what to in professional way
- Help to follow rules
What are standards of practice?
- How we do
- Guidelines
- More flexible
- 32 standards of practice
List some differences between ethics and standards of practice.
Ethics are the strictest rules of a profession whereas standers are guidelines about quality performance.
Spell out what NCIHC stands for.
NCIHC (National Council on Interpreting in Healthcare
In what year did NCIHC publish the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care?
2004
Name the nine principles in the NCIHC code of ethics.
- Confidentiality
- Accuracy
- Impartiality
- Role boundaries
- Cultural awareness
- Respect
- Professional Development
- Professionalism
- Advocacy
Do you really have to interpret EVERYTHING that is stated?
-Yes
-Add nothing
-Omit nothing
Change nothing
If you arrive and you know the person you’re supposed to interpret for, what three steps should you take immediately?
Disclose the relationship (conflict, interest)
- Offer to withdraw
- Decide whether or not you should stay if asked
List the three steps in the SAY NO Model (how to say no).
- Decline graciously
- Give alternatives
- Give reasons
