Foundations of Interpreting. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): ASL 3050 and University Advanced Standing Introduces bidirectional (ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL) interpreting between Deaf and hearing people. Studies the profession and skills necessary to be an interpreter. Includes history, models, and professional certification procedures of interpreting; cognitive processes, physical and psychological factors, intercultural communication, ethics, and situational interpreting. Deaf students are encouraged to enroll. This course may be taught as a hybrid.