ONLINE DICTIONARIES:
WHAT ARE THE BEST SPECIALIZED SIGN LANGUAGE DICTIONARIES?
HOW DO I GET CERTIFIED?
EIPA Certification (Educational Interpreting)
RID Certification (National Certification)
AS A NEW FREELANCER, ARE THERE ANY RESOURCES TO HELP ME ESTABLISH MY INTERPRETING BUSINESS?
The Professional Sign Language Interpreter's Handbook
Establishing a Freelance Interpretation Business
SHOULD I WORK THROUGH AN AGENCY OR BEGIN MY OWN BUSINESS?
Once analyzing a) your skills b) your local agencies and c) your area you can make an informed decision. Beginning with working through an agency is wise. When problems arise, and they will arise, having an interpreting agency to back you on those bad days is a very positive thing. Learn about the agencies in your area, and find out a) what services they offer b) their reputation c) their pay scales and d) their goals for you as an interpreter. Once you have that information you can better make your decision.
ONCE YOU HAVE THE CAREER... BUY THE GOODIES TO GO WITH IT:
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