Idaho Sign Language Interpreter Licensure Steve Snow Idaho Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing LaVona Andrew Idaho Speech, Hearing and Communication Services Licensure Board May 2018

Today’s format Present the info Question & Answer Applications & Notary But what about your specific situation? Read the law and rules Contact IBOL Contact LaVona: phone, video, in person 208-890-5032 cell

Order of Info Framework Exemptions & Registrations Settings Full license Provisional license Process & Documentation Complaints & Violations

Why did we need a law Bill Millios. Identifying the Power of Conscious Vulnerability. StreetLeverage – Live 2017 | St. Paul. Segment: 9:12-10:15 Deaf people are at a distinct disadvantage with incomplete, incorrect, and unethically-delivered information Anyone in Idaho can advertise as an interpreter with no personal repercussions / serious repercussions for Deaf Quality control measure to ensure that Deaf and hearing consumers receive appropriate interpreting services Reduce general threats to the health and safety of Deaf people statewide Ensure grievance procedures for affected parties https://streetleverage.com/live_presentations/sign-language-interpreters-identifying-the-power-of-conscious-vulnerability

Current Timeline 2017: Interpreter License Law Passed 2018: Amendments & Rules Passed July 1, 2018: Interpreters must be Licensed May 2018: First interpreters licensed Now: Applications open for all licenses and registrations Rep. Kelly Packer

Current Timeline Upcoming license board meetings: - June 5 June 29 July 19 Aug 23 July 1, 2018: Age 18-20 can apply Picture of Rep. Kelly Packer

Where to get info Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses ibol.Idaho.gov Left-hand navigation to Speech, Hearing, and Communication Services Licensure Board Left-hand navigation for information

Exemptions Religious setting: church, synagogue, or other worship setting Private, non-commercial, family event Inconsequential situation: level of significance is such that a licensed interpreter would not be deemed necessary for effective communication Temporarily in exigent/emergency circumstance

Students in ITP: Exempt Interpreter Training Program (ITP) students do not have to register or be licensed In Idaho: only ISU’s B.Sc. program An ASL program is not an ITP Must work under the supervision of fully licensed interpreters as part of their program Supervisors must meet additional requirements

Courts: Exempt, but… Exempt from License law ICAR Rule 52 – amendments for sign language interpreters are being worked on and will be submitted for Language Access Committee review this fall

Deaf Interpreters: Register Must register with the board; no fee Provide two letters of endorsement from licensed interpreters Letters must include “an explanation as to why the sign language interpreter believes that the deaf interpreter has the skills and the knowledge to perform this role.” There is a form Letters of endorsement can be withdrawn

Out-of-State: Register & Report If certified or licensed in another state, may work in Idaho up to 30 days/year Must register BEFORE working: $10/year Must report time worked within 5 days May apply for Idaho license to work without restriction

Education: Limited Exemption If you meet requirements of Educational Interpreter Act, work in K-12 setting is waived from licensure requirement Interpreting for public K-12 STUDENTS only Preschool or Adults: license required Work outside K-12 public school setting requires a general license or exemption If you do not meet the EIA requirements, it is unlicensed practice

Video Relay Service (VRS) If interpreter lives in Idaho, must have license If interpreter lives in other state but works in Idaho call center, must follow all rules for out- of-state interpreters If live and work in other state, outside Idaho’s jurisdiction

Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Keep jurisdiction if Deaf person is in Idaho If interpreter is in Idaho, must have license If interpreter is not, must follow all rules for out-of-state interpreters

General (Full) License Application form, agree to follow CPC Fee: $100 for general license Achieve certification or pass a competency examination; these are defined by board rule Obtained high school diploma or equivalent Must be 21 After July 1: Age lowers to 18 Annual renewal on birthday

Accepted Certifications Must be current and valid RID CASLI NAD BEI: Basic or Intermediate (pre-2014) Utah: Professional or Master level

Accepted Exams Require BOTH written and performance; can mix-and-match NIC, CDI, EIPA, or any state-issued interpreting generalist written exam Performance EIPA 4.0+ or RID-recognized exam, passed within past 20 years

Provisional Permits Opportunity to get experience! May apply for 1 year permit; fee $130 Expectation is to be fully licensed within the year May apply for 2nd and 3rd year extensions May work only while under the supervision of a person fully licensed Supervisors have additional requirements

Provisional Permits Training plan & quarterly reports Weekly meetings, observation of work Supervisors may limit the settings where permit holder works

All Applications Annual renewal on birthday Mail or drop-off at IBOL office Must use application form Pay fee by check or money order Prove credentials, if required From another state must be sent directly to IBOL Obtained high school diploma or equivalent Must be 21 After July 1: Age lowers to 18 Annual renewal on birthday

Documentation Age: Copy of Driver’s License, etc. Education: Copy of diploma/degree, Transcript RID Credential: Print & include member card EIPA Exam: Depends* (IESDB is best option) Other test, credential, or state license: Directly from that entity

EIPA Info Best option: Release info to IESDB (Joelynne Ball); she can provide verification to IBOL If you already did – Great! Email Joelynne joelynne.ball@iesdb.org If you haven’t – mail release to BoysTown to send info to Joelynne

Complaints The board is authorized to institute any investigation, hearing, or other legal proceeding Anyone can file Not anonymous Professional investigators

Violations Information may be public Violations may be referred to appropriate prosecuting attorneys License may be suspended or revoked Misdemeanor Fine up to $1,000 And/or imprisoned in a county jail Information may be public

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