Interpreting as a Profession. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): ASL 3310 and University Advanced Standing Builds on the principles (ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL) for interpreting between Deaf and hearing people taught in Interpreting I. Studies the profession and skills necessary to be an interpreter in more specialized settings such as medical, legal, mental health, and theatre. 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.