Hard Skills
ExpertAmerican Sign Language (ASL) ProficiencyThe ability to communicate fluently and accurately in American Sign Language, including complex grammatical structures and non-manual markers.
AdvancedSimultaneous InterpretationThe skill of rendering a message from the source language into the target language at the same time as the speaker or signer.
IntermediateVideo Remote Interpreting (VRI) TroubleshootingThe ability to operate and resolve issues with video conferencing software and audio-visual hardware used for remote interpreting.
IntermediateTerminology ManagementResearching and organizing specialized vocabulary in specific domains such as medical, legal, or technical fields to ensure accuracy.
Soft Skills
AdvancedCultural MediationThe process of bridging cultural gaps between the Deaf and hearing communities to ensure the intended meaning is conveyed.
ExpertInterpreting Code of EthicsStrict adherence to the professional standards of confidentiality, neutrality, and professional conduct required for interpreters.