1 / Court Interpreter Certification Exam
Prep
1.Define working language: Languages in which an interpreter is fluent and can use in his/her work
2.Define source language: Language that will be interpreted to a target language
3.Define target language: Language into which you interpret
4.List the three stages of the encounter: Pre-encounter, The encounter, Post encounter
5.Identify seven steps of the encounter: Preparation, Briefing (Optional),
Pro- fessional introduction, Interpreting, Intervening, Debriefing (Optional), Analysis
6.Identify four interpreting protocols: Positioning (appropriate place to sit or stand to Promote direct communication), Professional introduction (Brief and clear), Direct speech ( speaking in first person), Turn taking (managing the flow) .What is the goal of effective positioning ANS The goal is to promote direct communication between service provider and patient.
8.Which guideline principle will help decide which position to take ANS The principle of role boundaries helps decide position.
9.Write down the four elements of an interpreter's introduction that come
after the interpreter states his or her name/organization ANS 1) I will be interpret- ing everything that is said.
2)I will keep everything confidential.
3)Please speak to each other, not to me.
4)If I need to pause I will make this gesture.
10.What are some exceptions to using first person/direct speech ANS 1) Service user is a child, elderly or mentally disable person.
2)Interpreting for multiple parties.
3)When the content is horrific.
4)In emergency situations when summarizing is needed.
5)Intervening as interpreter
11.What should you do if a provider keeps speaking in third 3 / person/indirect speech ANS 1) Try to direct communication to patient .
2) Remind provider to speak to each other.
12.Why do memory skills matter for interpreters ANS Memory skills allow
the interpreter to interpret longer segments accurately, thereby supporting direct [un- interrupted] communication.
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