Interpreting

State Registry

• Iowa State Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

State of Iowa Bureau of Professional Licensure

• Bureau of Professional Licensure  (link to licensee search and full list of licensed interpreters)

Who Pays for an Interpreter?

• Americans with Disabilities Act
• See 'Securing Quality Interpreting Services Information' in the related files section on this page.

Funding for Interpreting Services

• Federal Tax Incentives

Where can I learn about becoming an Interpreter?

Find information at:

• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
• https://www.discoverinterpreting.com/

What is the Interpreting Code of Iowa Information

• 622B Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Persons - Interpreters
• 804.31 Arrest of deaf or hard-of-hearing person

What Credentials Must an Interpreter Have?

For legal situations visit:

•  Iowa Courts' Page
• Iowa Court Rules, Chapter 47

Certification

• RID – Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
• NIC – National Interpreter Certification
• EIPA – Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment

View samples of licenses, certification, and membership cards: Download PDF

Does Iowa Have Interpreting Training Programs?

Yes. Scott County Community College offers American Sign Language - English Interpreting Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree and certificate programs.

• American Sign Language - English Interpreting | EICC

Other Resources

• Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act and Qualified Interpretation 
• Summary of State Law Requirements for Interpretation in Health Care