Cultural Mediators, Interpreters, and Translators Fall 2023

Course Description

• This course will introduce staff to expectations and requirements for in-house (DCSD staff) interpreters. Those who complete this course successfully will be added to the DCSD Approved Interpreter list.  
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Remy Rummel
• Credit hour(s) and Type: 4 Hours Relicensure | Staff Development | Compliance

Requirements: To successfully complete this course, you must:

• Complete all modules, including reading all material.
• Score a 100% on the final quiz.
• Submit a certificate of evidence that includes your passing score on an interpretation assessment from an outside testing agency.  Any fees associated with the assessment are the employee's responsibility unless otherwise notified. 
• Complete the summative survey.

Target Audience

• Bilingual Classified or Certified Staff
• Required: Bilingual, evidence of bilingualism, and ability to interpret from English to a target language.
• Open to Charter School Staff =  Yes
  • Charter Certified or Classified
  • Charter staff may interpret for Charter schools only.

Timeline Overview

• Beginning of course: August 25, 2023
• End of Course: December 16, 2023

Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course (what participants will walk away with from the course).

• Understand the Colorado Department of Education Expectations
• Understand legal and ethical obligations of interpreting for families with limited English proficiency
• Qualify to be added to the DCSD Approved Interpreter list

*Approved interpreters must be employed by the DCSD at the time of interpretation.