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Operational insight on interpreting and access, written by the coordinators and interpreters who handle these situations daily.
4 Tips to Overcome the Challenges Faced by ASL Interpreters
As an ASL Interpreter, you might be faced with several challenges in your professional path. While these hurdles can vary, depending on the specific nature of the job and the skills of the interpreter, some common...
Read article InterpretingGuide to the Best Resources for ASL Interpreters
In today’s world, where information is plentiful and free to access, the right and reliable resources can get lost in the midst of clutter. Information on industry trends and developments can be key to progressing in...
Read article InterpretingTips to Prepare for an Interpreting Job
Working as an ASL interpreter places a huge responsibility on your shoulders- that of acting as a link between the Deaf community and the hearing community. Shouldering this responsibility can at times feel...
Read article InterpretingSeven Different Types of Interpreting
Interpreting is often confused with translating. While the two might be similar, interpreting can almost be considered a form of translating. The former primarily focuses on the verbal form, whereas the latter...
Read article InterpretingHow can you Gain Experience and Build a Portfolio as an ASL Interpreter?
Once you become an ASL interpreter, you will find yourself faced with a new challenge - gaining experience and building your portfolio. While this might seem like an easy thing to do, most novice ASL interpreters...
Read article Interpreting5 Ways to Improve your Language Skills as an ASL Interpreter
If as an ASL interpreter, you are often plagued by concerns surrounding how you can improve your language skills, you have come to the right place. Skill improvement and the consequent career growth is a thought that...
Read article Interpreting8 Top Qualities and Skills that Successful ASL Interpreters Have
The work of an ASL interpreter is both rewarding and challenging. From working in dynamic settings to dealing with unpredictable circumstances, they are faced with new challenges every day.
Read article InterpretingThe Impact of ASL Interpreting on the Workforce
The workplace is one space that is constantly evolving. It is constantly going through changes and improvements to keep up with the current times and trends, and to make employees’ experience better.
Read article InterpretingThe Impact of ASL Interpreting on the Healthcare Industry
Medical interpreting can reduce blunders, increase patient trust, and save lives. By bridging the communication gap between Deaf patients and healthcare professionals, ASL interpreters simplify the process of getting...
Read article InterpretingThe Role of ASL Interpreters in The Legal System
ASL Interpreting adds value to the lives of the Deaf community by making communication accessible. This makes the involvement of ASL interpreters extremely important in many situations.
Read article InterpretingThe Cultural Competency of ASL Interpreters
Owing to the usage of American Sign Language interpreters in highly publicized events like concerts and political rallies, along with the power of social media, ASL has garnered an increased amount of attention recently.
Read article InterpretingNo ASL Interpreters? What a Disaster!
ASL interpreters help deaf and hard-of-hearing people by translating spoken words to sign language and vice versa. By doing so, they bridge a glaring gap in communication that the deaf community often suffers from.
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