Deaf Interpreters

At times, the services of a Deaf Interpreter may be required in order to meet the communication needs of the parties involved in a particular setting. A Deaf Interpreter is a native signer, possesses training, and is a recognized member of the Deaf Community. A Deaf Interpreter(s) can be used in various settings as an integral part of the interpreting team.

The current membership criteria for Deaf Interpreter Active membership with CASLI is:

(A) Graduation from a CASLI-recognized Interpreter Education Program

- OR -

(B) Meet all of the following criteria (outlined in Motion CA12G-38)

• 40 documented hours of work as a Deaf Interpreter within the last 4 years;

• 20 documented hours of professional development specific to Deaf Interpreting within the last 4 years;

• 20 documented hours of professional development specific to the process of interpreting within the last 4 years;

• 20 documented hours of professional development specific to ethics within the last 4 years.

• Submit 2 letters of support:

  • 1 letter of support from the Board of the Affiliate Chapter the applicant is applying to become a member

  • 1 letter of support from any one of the following:

• Deaf organization in good standing in the province where the applicant resides/works, or

• Active CASLI member who has experience working with the applicant