April 27th, 2024

11:00 am – 1:30 pm ET

8:00 am – 10:30 am PT

Connecting Ethics, Professionalism, and Research: A Practical Approach

 

Join us for an insightful class that delves into the nexus of ethics, professionalism, and research in the field of interpreting. This session will undertake a thorough comparison of various ethical codes applicable to interpreters, spanning from specialized codes to those issued by major bodies like the Department of Justice (DOJ), Medical boards, the National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT), and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC).

The core discussion will focus on identifying the key commonalities among these ethical standards, with a special emphasis on professionalism and preparedness—traits that are universally recognized across all codes. The highlight of the session will be on the pivotal role of research as a foundational element of preparedness, demonstrating how in-depth understanding and continuous learning are critical to upholding high standards
of ethical practice.

Objective: This class aims to equip interpreters and professionals in related fields with a comprehensive understanding of the ethical expectations and professional standards within their industry, fostering a research-oriented approach to continuous professional development.

This session promises to be not only educational but also practical, providing participants with actionable insights and a solid framework to elevate their professional practice.

 

 

Continuing education credits are approved for the following states:

2.5 CEUs: [States pending]

Students can individually apply for CEUs in the following states by submitting all necessary information: DE, IA, KY, MD, MI, MS, NE

 

*Please login to the meeting 15 minutes early as we will begin promptly at 11:00 am ET/8:00 am PT

*If you are unable to attend live, please pre-register anyway to be eligible to view the webinar recording and receive a certificate of completion.

*Only ONE certificate of completion will be provided per SOSi approved registration.

*If you need special accommodations to attend this webinar, please contact our office at 407-677-4155 

James Plunkett is a nationally known interpreter instructor. He also trains new judges and court staff on how to work with court interpreters. He is certified by the AOUSC as a Spanish and English court interpreter. He is a rater for a national credentialing program for interpreters. He has worked as a court interpreter for the 13th Judicial Circuit in Florida and as the Coordinator of Interpreting Services and Language Access Program for the District of Columbia Courts. He speaks and trains at state court interpreter programs nationwide and through online teaching platforms. He holds a BA degree in General Social Studies from Providence College.  He was raised in Lima, Peru. He also communicates in Portuguese, some French and basic American Sign Language.