VRS (Video Relay Services) is a service provided by the federal government so any voice phone can be connected through an interpreter to a Deaf person on their video phone.
All you have to do is dial the phone number, and you will be connected. For more information about VRS: www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/video-relay-services
Our rates for interpreting range from $50 – $85 per hour. All appointments are charged a 2 hour minimum. The price depends on what the nature or type of industry the interpreter is needed for ranging from educational settings (lower cost) to legal situations (higher cost). Please contact us for a quote for your particular situation.
We work with over 350 subcontracted interpreters. Interpreters are screened to evaluate skills and experience. We also require interpreters for most settings to hold a national certification from RID/NAD (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf /National Associate of the Deaf).
First, make sure you have the following information at hand: when you need the interpreter, the location, what is the situation, who is the consumer, who is paying for the service and any other pertinent details. Second contact our office to set up a customer account – or to find out if an account already exists. ASLIS can also provide you with a request form to use for future appointments.
There is no minimum amount of time that we require in advance, however because interpreters are independent contractors, we cannot guarantee an interpreter will be available at the last minute. We ask you provide as much notice as possible for the best chance of securing an interpreter.
ASLIS works to cater each intern’s experience to fulfill the area(s) of interpreting the intern is interested in being trained in. This is a freelance internship so the intern can expect to experience a variety of settings. Some experiences may include; post-secondary education, business, community/county, medical, and theatrical/performance. Note: not all situations or locations will allow interns.
Interns will work with Internship Coordinator, Katie Johnson, to set their schedule and complete an orientation session. Interns will go out on freelance jobs with a qualified Interpreter Mentor (for observation or hands-up teaming). The intern will complete periodical evaluations and follow up closely with ASLIS regarding scheduling and internship goals. It is recommended for the intern to work with an ASL Mentor during their internship and to attend community events and workshops. Interns are expected to work on their own to prepare in advance for each assignment.
The number of internship hours vary based on the intern’s school requirements. A typical internship is between 200-400 hours. Some interns may complete a pre-internship clinical consisting of 100 hours of observation only. Post-graduation mentorship hours will be negotiated with the mentee.
The length of time needed to complete an internship varies based on the intern’s needs, school requirement, and intern’s availability. Some interns may choose to focus solely on internship and may complete their hours in as little as 10 weeks. Other interns may be balancing classes and work during internship and may split their hours over several semesters. For a lengthier internship two semesters are recommended.
Interns/mentees will complete an interpreting skills-based evaluation prior to the start of their internship. Interns must meet a minimum standard at an intern level to be considered for hands-on team interpreting with a mentor. Hands-up interpreting experience is dependent upon the company, job level or content, Interpreter Mentor discretion, and consumer preference. Some consumers may wish to only have the intern observe. ASLIS understands that not every situation is suitable for an intern to team interpret. Intern placement will be chosen accordingly. Intern will follow the lead of the Interpreter Mentor and consumer. Hands-up experience will be completed with a qualified Mentor Interpreter working with the intern.
No. Internships/mentorships are not paid positions. The intern is responsible to cover their own expenses incurred during their internship (including but not limited to; housing, gas, parking, and food).
ASLIS works to cater each intern’s experience to fulfill the area(s) of interpreting the intern is interested in being trained in. This is a freelance internship so the intern can expect to experience a variety of settings. Some experiences may include; post-secondary education, business, community/county, medical, and theatrical/performance. Note: not all situations or locations will allow interns.
Interns will work with Internship Coordinator, Katie Johnson, to set their schedule and complete an orientation session. Interns will go out on freelance jobs with a qualified Interpreter Mentor (for observation or hands-up teaming). The intern will complete periodical evaluations and follow up closely with ASLIS regarding scheduling and internship goals. It is recommended for the intern to work with an ASL Mentor during their internship and to attend community events and workshops. Interns are expected to work on their own to prepare in advance for each assignment.
The number of internship hours vary based on the intern’s school requirements. A typical internship is between 200-400 hours. Some interns may complete a pre-internship clinical consisting of 100 hours of observation only. Post-graduation mentorship hours will be negotiated with the mentee.
The length of time needed to complete an internship varies based on the intern’s needs, school requirement, and intern’s availability. Some interns may choose to focus solely on internship and may complete their hours in as little as 10 weeks. Other interns may be balancing classes and work during internship and may split their hours over several semesters. For a lengthier internship two semesters are recommended.
Interns/mentees will complete an interpreting skills-based evaluation prior to the start of their internship. Interns must meet a minimum standard at an intern level to be considered for hands-on team interpreting with a mentor. Hands-up interpreting experience is dependent upon the company, job level or content, Interpreter Mentor discretion, and consumer preference. Some consumers may wish to only have the intern observe. ASLIS understands that not every situation is suitable for an intern to team interpret. Intern placement will be chosen accordingly. Intern will follow the lead of the Interpreter Mentor and consumer. Hands-up experience will be completed with a qualified Mentor Interpreter working with the intern.
No. Internships/mentorships are not paid positions. The intern is responsible to cover their own expenses incurred during their internship (including but not limited to; housing, gas, parking, and food).
Interns/mentees may have the opportunity to complete a close out evaluation with Pamela Wellumson, CSC, at the end of their internship. During this evaluation, Pamela will determine if the intern is eligible to accept post-internship volunteer or limited pre-certified paid work.
Intern applicants that do not pass their skills-based evaluation cannot complete a hands-up internship. Interns may be offered observation hours depending on their situation and host site availability. The intern applicant will be given constructive feedback along with a progress improvement plan. Interns may be referred to work with an ASL Mentor. The applicant may complete a re-evaluation six months after the initial evaluation.
