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ISAS |
Definition of the certificate |
What they can do or cannot do? |
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I = Interpreting |
To communicate between spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL) demonstrating proficiency using the grammar, syntax, and other features of ASL. |
Can do ASL |
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T = Transliterating |
To communicate between spoken English and a sign system, using English grammar and structure. |
Can do
English |
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Level 1 |
Novice: Beginner |
CAN DO:
One to One exchanges, non-technical environments, situation that do not require significant sign-to-voice expertise. |
CANNOT DO:
Legal issues & other high consequence settings…Platform (meetings) and formal settings, highly technical content, Mental health assessments, counseling |
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Level 2 |
Novice: Beginner |
Same as Level 1 |
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Level 3 |
Competent: Capable |
CAN DO:
One to One, group situations, educational, situations requiring adequate (good enough) sign to voice skill, some technical environment |
CANNOT DO:
Legal & other high consequence settings, platform (meetings) , serious and non-routine mental health assignments, highly critical or volatile situations, critical medical settings |
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Level 4 |
Proficient: Highly Skilled |
Can be used to handle most situations both voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice. They are to be encouraged to prepare and obtain their RID certification. |
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Level 5 |
Proficient: Highly Skilled |
Same as Level 4 |
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Information is found on http://www.cairs.net/ISAS6.htm
(webpage no longer available) |
