What does "Qualified" mean?
Interpreters listed on this website are fully qualified* BSL/English Interpreters.
MRSLI refers to a Member of the Register of Sign Language Interpreters, the register being held by the NRCPD (National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind People).
These interpreters have agreed to abide by a code of conduct and complaints procedure. They will have professional indemnity insurance and identification cards. MRSLI's will also have a current enhanced CRB certificate available for you to check. MRSLI
MVLP refers to a member of Visual Language Professionals. Members carry an ID card which clearly states that they are qualified. MVLP
MASLI refers to a Full Member of the Association of Sign Language Interpreters ASLI.
These interpreters have agreed to abide by a Code of Ethics/Professional Practice and complaints procedure and will have professional indemnity insurance and identification cards. MRSLI’s will also have a current enhanced CRB certificate available for you to check.
*Qualifications are:
- Postgraduate qualification in BSL/English interpreting (PGDIP or MA)
- CACDP Level 4 NVQ in Interpreting BSL/English (including CACDP Level 4 NVQ BSL)
- CACDP RQI exam (pre NVQ)