Sign Language Interpretation

Allow us to put a qualified sign language interpreter with you.

We will search our database to find you a Licensed Interpreter most suited for your needs. Please provide the following information when you call (515-265-5433) or email (schedule@lifeinterpreter.com): name of event, date, time, duration, name of the deaf individual(s), location of event, event contact: name, phone, and email address, and billing contact: name, mailing and email address.

Spanish Interpretation

Allow us to put a qualified Spanish interpreter with you.

We collaborate with a number Iowa court certified Spanish Interpreters to meet your needs. As above, Sign Language Interpretation, please provide the same information necessary to fulfill your request.

Real-Time Captioning Services

Translation services to suit your needs.

Real-time captioning (also known as computer-assisted real-time transcription, or CART) is a service similar to court reporting in which a transcriber types what is being said at a meeting or event into a computer that projects the words onto a screen. This service, which can be provided on-site or remotely, is particularly useful for people who are deaf or have hearing loss but do not use sign language.

Workshops

Expanding interpreters’ skills

We offer opportunities to earn continuing education units (CEUs) for interpreters to satisfy state licensing and certification requirements. These are provided occasionally throughout the year. We receive suggestions from interpreters and consumers on topics for trainings are timely and relevant to meeting community demands.

Mentoring

We strive for a relationship with open communication to ensure mentee’s goals are being met.

A major goal for most mentees is learning from their mentors to develop professional knowledge and skills. Your mentor(s) has the benefit of years of interpreting experience and can offer insights into your professional development. A mentor can also provide advice on work culture and ethics, including consumer perspectives and increasing your efficiency. Your mentoring relationship will be tailored to specific knowledge and skills you'd like to learn and be open to receiving additional wisdom.

Every mentorship is unique. Some people wish to focus on technical skills. Others may prefer a personal development mentor, which can involve helping to develop soft skills, career trajectory, networking and navigate the nuances of work culture.