| Updated: |
8/2/2007 |
| Description: |
To use the term "Certified Sign Language Interpreter" one must be certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
What does an interpreter do? Sign Language/spoken English interpreters are highly skilled professionals. They
must be able to listen to another person's words, inflections and intent and simultaneously render them into the visual language of signs using the mode of communication preferred by the deaf consumer. The interpreter must also be able to comprehend the signs, inflections and intent of the deaf consumer and simultaneously speak them in articulate, appropriate English. They must understand the cultures in which they work and apply that knowledge to promote effective cross-cultural communications. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 185.220 TO .230
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| Duration: |
4 years |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Knowledge (written) test see the application for fees.
Performance test see the application for fees. |
| Responsible Agency: |
Human Services Department (DHS) |
| Examination Information: |
1. Knowledge (written) Test information. Must be passed before one can take the Performance Test.
2. Performance Test information |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
Participation in the RID Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) is required of all RID certified interpreters, and retention of one's certificate(s) is dependent upon successful completion of each CMP cycle. A CMP cycle is 4 years and 8 CEU's (80 hours) are required for renewal.
Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) |
| Prerequisites: |
While you are not required to have a college degree in order to take an assessment, the background, skills development and theory learned in a recognized interpreter training program are extremely beneficial in getting your national certification. Upon completion of a good program, most graduates are able to pass the RID written exam. If you are active in the field and continue to upgrade your knowledge and skills, you should be able to pass the RID skills certification within three to five years.
Getting Started |
| Service Links: |
 ODHHS Technical Assistance and Information Website
 RID Searchable Databases
 Knowledge (Written) Test Application
Performance Test Application
Agency Contact Information
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| Additional Information: |
You can find additional information at the RID Website |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Human Services Department (DHS) |
| E-mail Address: |
dhs.info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-945-5944
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| Mail Address: |
DHS
500 Summer St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ |
