RID Code of Professional Conduct
NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct - answer Seven tenets setting forth guiding
principles, followed by illustrative behaviors
Interpreter roles and responsibilities in every type of situation (e.g., educational, legal,
medical).
Philosophy - answerThe American Deaf Community has the right to full and equal
communication and to participation in all aspects of society.
Members of the American Deaf Community have the right to informed choice and the
highest quality interpreting services.
Adoption of this Code of Professional Conduct - answer Interpreters who are members
in good standing with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc.
and the National Association of the Deaf voted to adopt this Code of Professional
Conduct, effective July 1, 2005.
Function of the Guiding Principles - answerIt is the obligation of every interpreter to
exercise judgment, employ critical thinking, apply the benefits of practical experience,
and reflect on past actions in the practice of their profession.
The guiding principles in this document represent the concepts of confidentiality,
linguistic and professional competence, impartiality, professional growth and
development, ethical business practices, and the rights of participants in interpreted
situations to informed choice.
The notion that the interpreter will do no harm.
Applicability - answerA. This Code of Professional Conduct applies to certified and
associate members of the Registry of
Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., Certified members of the National Association of the
Deaf, interns,
and students of the profession.
B. Federal, state or other statutes or regulations may supersede this Code of
Professional Conduct.
When there is a conflict between this code and local, state, or federal laws and
regulations, the
interpreter obeys the rule of law.
, C. This Code of Professional Conduct applies to interpreted situations that are
performed either face-to-face or remotely.
Colleagues:
Conflict of Interest:
Consumers: - answerOther interpreters.
A conflict between the private interests (personal, financial, or professional)
and the official or professional responsibilities of an interpreter in a position of trust,
whether actual
or perceived, deriving from a specific interpreting situation.
Individuals and entities who are part of the interpreted situation. This includes
individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, and hearing.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Tenet: Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication. -
answerInterpreters hold a position of trust in their role as linguistic and cultural
facilitators of communication. Confidentiality is highly valued by consumers and is
essential to protecting all involved.
PROFESSIONALISM
Tenet: Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the
specific interpret-
ing situation. - answerInterpreters are expected to stay abreast of evolving language
use and trends in the
profession of interpreting as well as in the American Deaf community.
Interpreters accept assignments using discretion with regard to skill, communication
mode, setting, and consumer needs. Interpreters possess knowledge of American Deaf
culture and deafness-related resources.
CONDUCT
Tenet: Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific
interpreting situation. - answerInterpreters are expected to present themselves
appropriately in demeanor and appearance. They avoid situations that result in
conflicting roles or perceived or actual conflicts of interest.
RESPECT FOR CONSUMERS
Tenet: Interpreters demonstrate respect for consumers. - answerInterpreters are
expected to honor consumer preferences in selection of interpreters and interpreting
dynamics, while recognizing the realities of qualifications, availability, and situation.
NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct - answer Seven tenets setting forth guiding
principles, followed by illustrative behaviors
Interpreter roles and responsibilities in every type of situation (e.g., educational, legal,
medical).
Philosophy - answerThe American Deaf Community has the right to full and equal
communication and to participation in all aspects of society.
Members of the American Deaf Community have the right to informed choice and the
highest quality interpreting services.
Adoption of this Code of Professional Conduct - answer Interpreters who are members
in good standing with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc.
and the National Association of the Deaf voted to adopt this Code of Professional
Conduct, effective July 1, 2005.
Function of the Guiding Principles - answerIt is the obligation of every interpreter to
exercise judgment, employ critical thinking, apply the benefits of practical experience,
and reflect on past actions in the practice of their profession.
The guiding principles in this document represent the concepts of confidentiality,
linguistic and professional competence, impartiality, professional growth and
development, ethical business practices, and the rights of participants in interpreted
situations to informed choice.
The notion that the interpreter will do no harm.
Applicability - answerA. This Code of Professional Conduct applies to certified and
associate members of the Registry of
Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., Certified members of the National Association of the
Deaf, interns,
and students of the profession.
B. Federal, state or other statutes or regulations may supersede this Code of
Professional Conduct.
When there is a conflict between this code and local, state, or federal laws and
regulations, the
interpreter obeys the rule of law.
, C. This Code of Professional Conduct applies to interpreted situations that are
performed either face-to-face or remotely.
Colleagues:
Conflict of Interest:
Consumers: - answerOther interpreters.
A conflict between the private interests (personal, financial, or professional)
and the official or professional responsibilities of an interpreter in a position of trust,
whether actual
or perceived, deriving from a specific interpreting situation.
Individuals and entities who are part of the interpreted situation. This includes
individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, and hearing.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Tenet: Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication. -
answerInterpreters hold a position of trust in their role as linguistic and cultural
facilitators of communication. Confidentiality is highly valued by consumers and is
essential to protecting all involved.
PROFESSIONALISM
Tenet: Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the
specific interpret-
ing situation. - answerInterpreters are expected to stay abreast of evolving language
use and trends in the
profession of interpreting as well as in the American Deaf community.
Interpreters accept assignments using discretion with regard to skill, communication
mode, setting, and consumer needs. Interpreters possess knowledge of American Deaf
culture and deafness-related resources.
CONDUCT
Tenet: Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific
interpreting situation. - answerInterpreters are expected to present themselves
appropriately in demeanor and appearance. They avoid situations that result in
conflicting roles or perceived or actual conflicts of interest.
RESPECT FOR CONSUMERS
Tenet: Interpreters demonstrate respect for consumers. - answerInterpreters are
expected to honor consumer preferences in selection of interpreters and interpreting
dynamics, while recognizing the realities of qualifications, availability, and situation.
