Table of Contents
Background on KCDHH Statutory Mandates Federal and State Laws Regarding Interpreters What is and how to select an Interpreter How to use an Interpreter Definitions What is Communication Access Realtime Translation RID Code of Ethics NAD Code of Ethics Description of RID Certification Levels Description of NAD Certification Levels CART Providers Certified and Licensed Interpreters

Statutory Mandates (KRS 163.500-520)

	The Commission shall advise the Governor and the General Assembly concerning policy and programs to enhance the quality and coordination of services for deaf and hard of hearing persons.
	The Commission shall cooperate with and assist local, state, and federal governments and public and private agencies in the development of programs for deaf and hard of hearing persons.
	The Commission shall review legislative programs related to services for deaf and hard of hearing persons and shall conduct studies of conditions affecting the health and welfare of deaf and hard of hearing persons.
	The Commission shall oversee the provision of interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons and may provide such services if needed.
	The Commission shall oversee the implementation and operation of a Telecommunications Access Program to ensure equal access to telecommunications services by providing specialized telecommunications equipment (STE) to citizens of the Commonwealth who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired.

Access Center

The KCDHH has established an Access Center for Interpreter Referral Services. The purpose of the Access Center is to effectively match deaf consumers with interpreters to access programs and services provided by state agencies. This program is NOT intended for services within the private sector such as doctor's appointments, meetings with attorneys, or non-profit services. The Access Center has established a pilot videoconferening called program--- "Deaf Access Stations." This will allow remote interpreting and captioning through desktop computers to various regions across the state, thus allowing easier access to state services and programs reducing the need for extensive travel. If you would like to participate in this demo, please call KCDHH Access Center. For more information about the Access Center, click the link.