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Catalina organized a delightful celebration at Schaefer’s Canal House to toast to my new medical certification. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. I had a great time and I was so happy to see Catalina, Betsy, Carlota, Richard, and Alina. Maria picked the place which was absolutely stunning; I couldn’t resist taking this picture as I entered. Sharing this meal with all of you today gave me joy and encouragement. Thank you! Jennifer |
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Are you saying that if one needs a skilled interpreter, make sure he or she is not certified?
This photo was copied from a website that includes an odd statement. The statement may be a product of bad writing or a misleading statement used to promote the services of the company. Either way, they don't seem to understand what "Certified" represents. One hint is that this company mentions "Certified Legal Interpreter" and that type of certification doesn't exist. The proper title is "Certified Court Interpreter."
In the United States a court interpreter can be state of federally certified if there is an exam available in that language and they pass it. If there is no exam, some states will still test the candidates with exams they have developed to assess proficiency, etc., and if they pass, they can be classified as qualified, registered, or approved court interpreters, depending on which term that particular state decided to use. Legal interpreters are interpreters familiar with legal terminology that commonly work in legal departments or law firms. Judicial interpreters interpret in judicial proceedings and may also work as freelance legal interpreters. Court interpreters are judicial interpreters that have been cleared by the court, are certified or approved after taking a series of exams administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts (exams are designed by the National Center for State Courts aka NCSC. Some states belong to the Consortium for Language Access In the Courts; there are 22 member-states. Court Interpreters may be "Qualified" if no official (NCSC) exam is available. Certified, Approved, Qualified, or Registered Court Interpreters are officers of the court. Many Court Interpreters also work as freelance interpreters and translators. Some states use the terms Judicial Interpreter and Court Interpreter synonymously because in order to interpreter in a judicial proceeding, the professional interpreter must hold a court interpreter certification or qualification.
In the United States a court interpreter can be state of federally certified if there is an exam available in that language and they pass it. If there is no exam, some states will still test the candidates with exams they have developed to assess proficiency, etc., and if they pass, they can be classified as qualified, registered, or approved court interpreters, depending on which term that particular state decided to use. Legal interpreters are interpreters familiar with legal terminology that commonly work in legal departments or law firms. Judicial interpreters interpret in judicial proceedings and may also work as freelance legal interpreters. Court interpreters are judicial interpreters that have been cleared by the court, are certified or approved after taking a series of exams administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts (exams are designed by the National Center for State Courts aka NCSC. Some states belong to the Consortium for Language Access In the Courts; there are 22 member-states. Court Interpreters may be "Qualified" if no official (NCSC) exam is available. Certified, Approved, Qualified, or Registered Court Interpreters are officers of the court. Many Court Interpreters also work as freelance interpreters and translators. Some states use the terms Judicial Interpreter and Court Interpreter synonymously because in order to interpreter in a judicial proceeding, the professional interpreter must hold a court interpreter certification or qualification.
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Tuesday, February 12, 2011 Shooting in our Courthouse Early yesterday morning a man opened fire in the lobby of the New Castle Court Courthouse (5th and N. King Streets, Wilmington, Delaware) and the courthouse was closed immediately. No Spanish interpreters were in the building at the time. The building is closed until further notice. The shooter, identified as Thomas Matusiewicz, opened fire and killed his son's ex wife, Christine Belford, and her friend, Laura Elizabeth Mulford. A shootout erupted beween Matusiewicz and Capitol Police.Two officers were shot during the confrontation and they are at Christiana Hospital being treated. They were hit in their bullet-proof vests. Their injuries are not life threatening. Thomas Matusiewicz is dead. Authorities now confirm he killed himself with a shot to the head. All of this happened shortly after 8:00 am in the lobby of the courthouse, a large area between the main entrance doors and the metal detectors where Capitol Police is stationed. The shooter's son, David Matusiewicz, and his ex wife were expected in the building to deal with a custody issue over their 3 children. David Matusiewicz had gone through security while his father Thomas Matusiewicz stayed in the lobby. At about 8:15, Christine Belford and her friend entered the lobby and Thomas Matusiewicz opened fire killing both women. Capitol Police immediately responded. The shooter's son, David Matusiewicz, was inside the building while all of this was happening. He is in custody and will be facing charges in Federal Court for Violation of Probation. Swat teams yesterday checked the entire building floor by floor, room by room to make sure everything was OK. Counselors were brought in to help employees and other civilians that were in the building at the time. My prayers and wishes go out to all of you. Be safe. J |
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Interpreters living in the USA usually attend most of their conferences and workshops during the fall and winter seasons. While away from home, beware of hotel internet connections. If you connect your laptop and suddenly receive a pop-up window asking you to update a familiar software product, DON'T do it. It's a scheme used by malicious actors targeting travelers. If the user clicks to accept and install the update, malicious software is installed on the laptop. Always update your computer's software from home or from a safe connection.
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Interpreting politicians: The work of parliamentary polyglots By Esther Webber BBC Democracy Live
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Interpreters in ER may limit medical errors, study suggests
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There are many scams targeting hard-working interpreters. Many of them begin with emails. Follow your instincts and do not respond to emails that offer work but give minimal, contradictory, or absurd information, especially if the spelling and grammar are wrong. Make sure to research the person or business online and/or through agencies, associations, business license databases, etc. If you suspect the job offer is a scam, immediately report them to your local interpreter's /translator's association. Many of these associations have started Scammers-Lists which are updated and published regularly. If you receive postal-mail as a continuation of a scam that began online, over the phone, or in person, report it to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Criminal Investigations Service Center, ATTN: Mail Fraud, 433 West Harrison St.,Chicago, IL 60699-3255.
You can learn about mail fraud by visiting postalinspectors.uspis.gov or by telephone at: 1-877-876-2455.
The post office offers tips to help consumers recognize bogus sweepstakes. Click here to take the test. some videos online dedicated to fraud education and fraud prevention.
The FBI also has detailed information about common fraud schemes.
You can learn about mail fraud by visiting postalinspectors.uspis.gov or by telephone at: 1-877-876-2455.
The post office offers tips to help consumers recognize bogus sweepstakes. Click here to take the test. some videos online dedicated to fraud education and fraud prevention.
The FBI also has detailed information about common fraud schemes.
