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Interpreting in the VR Setting (SL 420)

Term: 2019-2020 Spring

Faculty

Sharon Bryant

Adjunct Professor Bryant obtained

Ed.S from George Washington University in Transitional Special Education & Collaboration Vocational Evaluation;

Also M.S. Degree from Western Maryland College/McDaniel College in Counseling Education

B.A Degree from Gallaudet University in Social Work

Currently work part time as Deaf Mentor with TN School for the Deaf (Birth - 5 years old).

Adjuct Professor TN Temple University

Formerly employed as Client Service Manager, Employment Specialist and Also worked at Maryland School for the Deaf.

Christian Life with family and community are primarily important as well

Ephesians 1:13 -  In whom ye also trusted after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy spirit of promise.

 

Description

In this class, students will be introduced to Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) as a system and gain a deeper
understanding and appreciation of the challenging field of VR interpreting and the variety of rewarding
opportunities it offers. Topics include VR and the VR system, interpreting for VR consumers and Deaf
professionals, ethical decision-making, and interpreting observation/practice.