ALLOWABLE PRACTICES for UTAH Interpreters

NOVICE Level (also known as level 1) interpreting situations may include:

• routine appointments

• most K-12 situations

• routine staff meetings

• routine religious services

INTERMEDIATE Level  (also known as level 2) interpreting situations may include, but is not limited to:

• all NOVICE Level situations

• adult education classes

• undergraduate college classes

• job training

• routine medical appointments

MASTER Level  (also known as level 3) interpreting situations may include, but is not limited to:

• all NOVICE and INTERMEDIATE Level situations

• formal proceedings

• lecture-intensive graduate classes with/without specialized vocabulary

• diagnostic evaluations

• life-threatening or complex medical situations

• formal conference and platform situations

• formal legal situations and courtroom proceedings

• highly-interactive multi-participant groups

EIPA certification limits interpreters to public education K-12 settings only.

Source: www.aslterps.utah.gov/cert_terp.php

          The 1993 Legislature passed House Bill 161. This bill mandated a study to develop a master plan for statewide interpreter services to the deaf. As a result, Senate Bill 41, Utah Code 53A-26a-305 was passed. The law provided for the development of policies and procedures for interpreter certification. The law also mandated the establishment of standards for the practice of the profession. This document is based on the following principles: Utahns who are deaf or have significant hearing loss have the right, responsibility, and desire to fully participate in and contribute to the families and communities in which they live. The mode of communication should be provided according to the consumer's choice.
          Utah certified interpreters/transliterators are responsible to accept assignments within the limits of their abilities and practice according to the standards outlined in this document. Interpreters/transliterators will provide services in a professional manner consistent with the established Code of Ethics.

Any questions may be directed to:
     Mitch Jensen, Director
     Utah Interpreter Program
     801-263-4875 (voice/tty)
     www.aslterps.utah.gov