Deaf interpreting educators have called for a national standard of training for Deaf Interpreters.
The foundation for any curriculum is an understanding of the broad areas of expertise (domains) and specific skills and know-how (competencies) that must be learned.
Determining Domains and Competencies for Deaf Interpreting involves understanding what constitutes effective interpreting practice.
General interpreting and Deaf interpreting share many of the same domains:
- Theory and Knowledge
- Human Relations
- Language Skills
- Interpreting Skills
- Professionalism
What is “different” is the core question in determining Domains and Competencies for Deaf Interpreting.