Do Sign Language Interpreters Use The Same Language?

When people in the United States talk about Sign Language, it is more than likely that they are referring specifically to American Sign Language – the prevalent, English signing used in the U.S. However, ASL is only one out of roughly 300 different sign languages that exist...

You might be a medical interpreter if you...

In order to help others understand what it's like to be a medical interpreter, interpreters from different hospitals and clinics shared some thoughts on finishing this sentence: "You might be a medical interpreter if. . ." Here’s what medical interpreters had to say: (Warning: Reading this list might cause...

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Can Dialects Lead To Legal Interpreting Mistakes?

Can Dialects Lead To Legal Interpreting Mistakes?
The goal of a legal interpreter training program is to prepare individuals to interpret in legal and court settings with as few mistakes as possible. However, mistakes can happen despite the extent of preparation provided by a legal interpreter training program. When legal interpreters make mistakes they...
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The Importance of Medical Interpreters during Disaster Relief Efforts

The Importance of Medical Interpreters during Disaster Relief Efforts
Natural disasters require quick and effective responses in order to halt and mitigate damage to human health and infrastructure. For medical responders, administering aid is made difficult by communication issues arising from patients experiencing trauma as well as language barriers. Medical interpreters are needed to...
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Do Sign Language Interpreters Use The Same Language?

You might be a medical interpreter if you...

Can Dialects Lead To Legal Interpreting Mistakes?

The Importance of Medical Interpreters during Disaster Relief Efforts