An Interpreter's Perspective | 2-6 | Becoming a Certified ASL Interpreter

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on becoming a certified sign language interpreter. It covers the educational requirements, including associate's and bachelor's degrees, and the various tests needed for certification, such as the EIPA, state, and national tests. The tutorial also explores job opportunities in educational, community, and video relay interpreting, as well as roles for paraprofessionals. Resources for further information are suggested, emphasizing the importance of understanding ethics and professional conduct in the field.

What is the minimum educational requirement to sit for the certification test as a sign language interpreter?

• High school diploma

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

Why are interpreter training programs moving towards a four-year bachelor's degree?

• To increase enrollment

• To align with industry standards

• To reduce costs

• To shorten the training period

What is the EIPA primarily used for?

• Educational settings

• Community interpreting

• Medical interpreting

• Technical schools

What is the minimum EIPA score required by most states to work in educational settings?

• 2.5

• 4.0

• 3.0

• 3.5

What is the name of the state test used in Oklahoma for sign language interpreters?

• EIPA

• RID

• Quast

• NAD

What does the national test allow interpreters to do?

• Work in educational settings only

• Work only in their home state

• Work across the United States

• Work internationally

Which certification is required to work in colleges or universities as an interpreter?

• EIPA

• State or national certification

• Quast

• No certification required

What type of interpreting allows you to set your own schedule?

• Educational interpreting

• Community interpreting

• Technical school interpreting

• Video relay service

What is video relay service interpreting primarily used for?

• Theater performances

• In-person meetings

• Phone calls

• Classroom settings

Which job does not require any certification but is greatly needed in educational settings?

• Community coordinator

• Paraprofessional

• Technical instructor

• Interpreter