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American Sign Language
Deaf...not death
What colleges and universities offer
classes and programs?
Soon, the requirement will be a bachelor's degree
for the state of Texas.
We can also work...
Video Relay Service (VRS)
Myth busters:
*Only deaf people have deaf babies
*Deaf people can read lips well
*Interpreters are volunteers
The Rules...
This Code of Professional Conduct applies to all members of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. and to all certified non-members.
•Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication.
•Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the specific interpreting situation.
•Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific interpreting situation
•Interpreters demonstrate respect for consumers.
•Interpreters demonstrate respect for colleagues, interns, and students of the profession.
•Interpreters maintain ethical business practices.
•Interpreters engage in professional development.
Become Interpreter how?
Nope!
Is sign language universal?
- Learn the language
- Hang out with the Deaf Community
- Earn an Associate's* Degree in any field
(preferably in ASL Interpreting)
- Take your exams to become certified
- Keep learning!
Written and signed exams
Required to earn CEUs
Continuing Education Credits
Interpreters work where?
Kristina Flores Arellano
Graduate of: KHS, DMC (2), TAMUCC
*Certified American Sign Language Interpreter
-Texas BEI: Advanced
-RID: National Interpreter Certification
-Next goal...Trilingual Certified *fingers crossed*
*Texas Certified ASL Teacher
*Graduate Student - St. Catherine University,
St. Paul, MN - Interpreting Studies and Communication Equity
No Deaf family members
Started learning ASL in high school at age 14