2008 · 45 citations · 0 references
Open access
Social SciencesPsychologyClinical PsychologyCounseling PsychologyMental Health CounselingHealthcare InterpretingInterpreter CompetenceInterpreter ResponsibilitiesInterpreter RolesInterpreter TrainingInterpreting EthicsInterpreter Ethics TrainingInterpreter Professional DevelopmentInterpreter ProfessionalismInterpreter Role DevelopmentInterpreter Role ManagementInterpreter Trainee DevelopmentInterpreter-mediated PracticeProfessional Skills Training
Working effectively with interpreters should be a skill which every psychologist possesses.\nThis is to ensure that equal opportunities are upheld and that certain groups are not\ndenied access to psychological services. To achieve this aim, all psychologists should\nreceive training in working with interpreters as a core part of their professional training.\nIf this is not available within your trust, it is recommended that this is undertaken as part\nof your ongoing continuing professional development. Training courses are available in\nmuch of the country. These good practice guidelines give an overview of the issues\npsychologists need to consider when working with interpreters to ensure that they are\nable to be as effective as possible.