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EDUCATIONAL INTERPRETER
License Description One of the greatest factors affecting the education of deaf and hard of hearing students in the regular education setting is the interpreter. A highly qualified interpreter is required to provide basic access to the classroom. When an educational interpreter lacks interpreting skills and knowledge needed to work as an effective educational team member deaf and hard of hearing students cannot access the full content of the classroom. Because of this, they are not receiving an appropriate education. The recent authorization of IDEA, the law that defines educational practice for students who have an IEP, has identified educational interpreters as a related service provider. As such, the educational interpreter really is a member of the educational team, and is accountable to the same goals – to maximize the student's educational progress.
Licensing Agency
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WDPI)
Teacher Education, Professional Development, and Licensing
125 S. Webster St., P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI 53703-7841
(608) 266 1027
Active Status Active
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 12/01/2020
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