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Subject: Internships

Author:
Kate

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Date Posted: 10:39:55 04/21/03 Mon

It is interesting to read everyones posts. I've noticed that our internships are greatly shaping our views as interpreters. Some times I think this is scary. Remember in Gish's class when I was throwing that fit about the "right" language for deaf children? Well, that taught me that nothing is black and white. I've noticed, not only because of the forumn posts but also my intern experience, that certification is neither a good or bad thing. In some situations it's needed/wanted/required and some it isn't. Each area has its own idea of what makes a good interpreter. Interpreters might agree on one fundimental issue, I'm not sure what that is yet, but for the most part interpreters and their interpreting ethics are just as diverse and proper as the language choice of d/Deaf individuals. No interpreter is better or worse because they are certified nor do I think that it is always required. It's obsurd to expect it. I think a certified interpreter is held in higher regard but I can't say that I think it makes them more qualified. I plan on becoming certified. If nothing else at least there is a general level of competency that I will meet. I am a person that needs to work toward a standard. I think it beneficial for legal, mental health and medical interpreters to be certified but some interpreters "get it" better than certified interpreters. (That's what I've seen)
What do you guys think? I'm trying to find a balance and be ok with it. It is quite easy for me to express opinions about what I think should be done, with no exceptions. I'm trying to play in the real world without the expectations of creating a Utopia. So what say you???

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