Interpreter Technician - Milwaukee Area Technical College

Interpreter Technician from Milwaukee Area Technical College is a Campus Associate Sign Language degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Overview ? Interpreter Technician is an associate degree program designed to prepare you for entry-level employment as a sign language interpreter for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons. Coursework is directed at preparing you to interpret the spoken English of hearing people and present it to deaf and hard-of-hearing people in American Sign Language. You will also be instructed in interpreting sign language into spoken English. This program assists you in developing knowledge of the culture of deaf people in America. Career Outlook ? Your work as a sign language interpreter will take you to a variety of community-based settings. Increasing numbers of community agencies, organizations and service providers are hiring interpreters in conformance with federal regulations. At present, most full-time jobs are in the educational setting, but there is a growing trend in human services agencies. Freelance opportunities are abundant. Generally, pay scales are based on skill level. State and national tests may be taken to demonstrate skill. Program Learning Outcomes ? When hiring sign language interpreters, employers expect you to be able to: Demonstrate proficiency in interpreting spoken English into American Sign Language, and American Sign Language into spoken English Reflect an understanding of the American deaf culture Provide orientations on the appropriate use of American Sign Language interpreters to deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing consumers Maintain confidentiality and be guided by the Code of Ethics of the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf, Inc. Exhibit strong interpersonal communications skills Demonstrate superior English language skills Possible Careers: Educational Interpreter Communication Assistant Freelance Interpreter Staff Interpreter Interpreter Referral Coordinator View more details on Milwaukee Area Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sign Language courses.