Why This Matters

Lockdowns, evacuations, severe weather events, and medical emergencies can happen without warning. During these critical moments, communication access becomes even more important. This course explores how preparation, situational awareness, and professional decision-making help interpreters support both safety and communication when it matters most.

What You’ll Explore

Understanding campus emergency procedures before a crisis occurs

 

Maintaining communication access during lockdowns, evacuations, and medical emergencies

 

Responding with confidence while staying within your role and training

 

Would You Know What To Do If...

• A lockdown was announced during your assignment? • A Deaf student experienced a medical emergency? • A fire alarm interrupted instruction? • Severe weather forced students into shelter areas? • Emergency responders began communicating with your student? Emergencies are not the time to begin learning procedures. Preparation happens before it is needed.

Prepared Interpreters Protect Access and Safety

Learn practical strategies for maintaining communication access, following emergency procedures, and responding with confidence during critical situations.

$10.00