K-12 Educational Interpreting Practicum

Catalog description

Students participate in a 160 hour practicum supervised experience in an educational setting where utilization and practice of the knowledge and skills in the corresponding courses are required. In addition, students participate in a 1 hour a week seminar for additional personal/professional support, supervision, feedback and exploration of field-related experiences. The opportunity to enhance/augment knowledge and skills related to specific interpreting settings is available under the supervision of a qualified field interpreter. Adherence to the NAD/RID Code of Professional Conduct is required. This course must be completed with a B or higher to fulfill IEP AAS graduation requirements. Students who complete this course with a B or higher and fulfill all IEP AAS graduation requirements are eligible to apply for the K-12 Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired Licensure awarded by the Ohio Department of Education.