Summary
This guide provides a self-assessment tool for Deaf interpreters to evaluate their skills, training, and experiences. It outlines nine sections that help interpreters assess their competencies and identify gaps in their preparation for professional certification or licensure. Each section includes questions regarding educational background, formal training, interpreting experience, and current competencies across various interpreting modalities. The guide emphasizes the importance of understanding interpreting protocols and foundational skills necessary for effective communication. It encourages interpreters to reflect on their experiences in diverse settings and to document their training and work history. The self-assessment aims to facilitate self-awareness and assist interpreters in setting professional development goals. Additionally, it offers the opportunity for interpreters to discuss their results with representatives from the Deaf Interpreter Academy for further career support.
