overview

Deaf Interpreter Academy (DIA) seeks to raise knowledge and awareness on best practices in Deaf-hearing interpreter teaming. A major DIA focus is to increase the number of trained Deaf interpreters from diverse backgrounds. DIA provides interpreting training to both Deaf and hearing interpreters through webinars, training programs, mentoring, and a resource website: www.deafinterpreteracademy.com 

​Deaf Interpreter Academy currently offers two different program tracks, Gear Up and Next Step, designed to give both new and experienced Deaf interpreters the opportunity to boost skills and understanding in business practices, cultural and linguistic mediation, interpreter teaming and critical thinking. Orientation to Deaf-Hearing Teaming in the Community webinar is available to Sorenson interpreters; sign up through Insite.
 

requirements

To be considered for the Gear Up program, candidates must have completed at least 40 hours of basic Deaf Interpreter training and can have up to three years of interpreting experience.  For the intermediate-level Next Step program, candidates should have completed at least 40 hours of basic DI training and have 3 - 5 years of interpreting experience.  
DIA programs use various platforms: Zoom for cohort meetings, GoReact for participants to upload and view their interpreting work and a website with learning activities.  Weekly mentoring meetings take place with an experienced Deaf Interpreter and hearing interpreter mentors.  

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ready to apply? go to the program website

Click here to get more information and fill out an application or contact us directly at DIAcademy@sorenson.com. We can't wait to talk to you!