Hiring and Working with an Interpreter

Who Pays for an Interpreter?

• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Securing Quality Interpreting Services Information Download PDF or View HTML

Funding for Interpreting Services

Federal Tax Incentives

Federal Tax Incentives

What Laws Require an Audit?

• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Chapter 622B Legal Proceedings and Chapter 804.31 Time of Arrest: Download PDF or View HTML
• Bureau of Professional Licensure: Laws & Rules

What Credentials Must an Interpreter Have?

Working in a legal setting: Iowa State Requirements

Licensed by the State of Iowa: Iowa Department of Public Health Licensure

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

Samples of licenses, certification, and membership cards: Download PDF

What If I Have a Complaint?

The Iowa Department of Public Health handles complaints: View the information they provide.