This is the fifth course in Module 2 of the Community Interpreter Core Training Program. This course equips interpreters with foundational knowledge of mental illness and professional strategies for working with clients experiencing mental health challenges. 

We will cover:

Common mental health conditions, communication patterns, and                     emotional behaviors that may arise in interpreted mental health encounters.                       

Professional interpreting techniques—including faithful interpretation,  tone matching, and appropriate use of third-person comments—in mental health settings. 

Ethical decision-making by maintaining role boundaries, confidentiality,     and professional demeanor when faced with emotional, ambiguous, or challenging situations.