Term
CPC Code #1
Confidentiality
Tenet |
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Definition
| Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication. |
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Term
CPC Tenet
#1 Confidentiality
Guiding Principle |
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Definition
| Interpreters hold a position of trust in thir role as linguistic and cultural facilitators of communication. Confidentiality is highly valued by consumers and is essential to protecting all involved. |
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Term
CPC Tenet #1
Confidentiality
Illustrative Behavior 1.1 |
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Definition
| Share assignment reated information only on a confidential "as needed" basis. |
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Term
CPC Tenet #1
Confidentiality
Illustrative Behavior 1.2 |
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Definition
| Manage data, invoices, records, or other situational or consumer-specific information in a manner consistent with maintaining consumer confidentiality. |
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Term
CPC Tenet #1
Confidentiality
Illustrative Behavior 1.3 |
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Definition
| Inform consumers when federal or state mandates require disclosure of confidential information. |
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Term
CPC Tenet #2
Professionalism
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Definition
| Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the specific interpreting situation. |
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Term
CPC Tenet #2
Professionalism
Guiding Principle |
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Definition
Interpreters are expected to stay abreast of evolving language use and trends in the profession of interpreting as well as in the American Deaf community.
Interpreters accept assignments using discretion with regard to skill, communication mode, setting, and consumer needs. Interpreters possess knowledge of American Deaf culture and deafness-related resources. |
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