DeafBlind Interpreter

Sign language interpreters are specifically trained to work with consumers who are both deaf and blind. This certificate prepares interpreters to work with DeafBlind individuals, learning interpreting strategies based on vision abilities, communication, guiding skills, and different etiologies of deaf-blindness. Additionally, the program will review support services roles such as Co-Navigator (CN) and Communication Facilitator (CF). Topics that will be discussed include cultural sensitivity, historical perspectives of the DeafBlind population, ethical and role considerations, and adaptative interpreting skills related to close-vision, tactile, and protactile methods. Students entering this program should have strong self-discipline and commitment to learning.  Fluency in ASL and experience in interpreting required.Participants will be better prepared to work in specialized settings with DeafBlind consumers.  Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/
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