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IPP198: Careers in Deaf Studies: Observation – 1 credit

Provides experience through observation to the world of work of a professional interpreter. Observation of professional interpreters in a variety of work settings, including but not limited to professional principles, standards and ethics applied to everyday interpreting settings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in IPP205 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
14495	Phoenix VIRTUAL MEETINGS	Hybrid In-Person	01/23 – 05/15 Spring 2026	F	3:00PM – 3:50PM	Staff	Open 9 of 15 seats available
14495	Notes Notes: This class meets twice, remaining time is off-site. Enrollment open only for ASL/IPP students. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

IPP205: Introduction to Interpreting – 3 credits

Theories of role, function, responsibilities, and communication strategies of the American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreter. Covers application and implementation of the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (R.I.D.) and National Association of the Deaf (N.A.D.) Code of Professional Conduct. Additional topics addressed include interpreters functioning as advocates, moral systems vs. ethical systems, standard business practices, and perceptions of consumers. Note: IPP205 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
31005	Phoenix PC TBA	Hybrid In-Person	01/20 – 04/06 Spring 2026	Tu	10:00AM – 12:00PM	A. Wittman	Open 11 of 15 seats available
31005	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Notes: Class Meets for Eleven (11) Weeks Hybrid class incorporating both online and classroom activities. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
15955	Phoenix ONLINE CANVAS	Online	01/17 – 04/04 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	Staff	Open 14 of 15 seats available
15955	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Notes: Class Meets for Eleven (11) Weeks No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

IPP207: Ethics and Decision Making for ASL/English Interpreters – 2 credits

Guided exploration of factors that impact decisions within interpreted contexts, including strategies, theory, and models for decision making. Application and implementation of the National Association of the Deaf (N.A.D.)-Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (R.I.D.) Code of Professional Conduct. Note: IPP207 may be repeated for a total of eight (8) credit hours. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. Prerequisites or Corequisites: IPP205 or permission of Program Director. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
14870	Phoenix H118	Hybrid In-Person	04/07 – 05/14 Spring 2026	Tu	10:00AM – 12:15PM	A. Wittman	Open 15 of 15 seats available
14870	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Class Meets for Six (6) Weeks Hybrid class incorporating both online and classroom activities. Class meets four Tuesdays in person. See Canvas for dates. Some weekday hours required for observations. Book Information Get book at the Bookstore
15425	Phoenix ONLINE CANVAS	Online	04/07 – 05/16 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	Staff	Open 13 of 15 seats available
15425	Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Class Meets for Six (6) Weeks Book Information Get book at the Bookstore

IPP216: ASL to English Simultaneous Interpreting – 3 credits

Sequential development of simultaneous interpreting skills from American Sign Language (ASL) to English. Source language analysis and target language equivalents emphasized. Analysis of texts and contexts of naturally occurring monologues from different genres with increasing length and difficulty, practice of skills, techniques for self and peer evaluations, and application of theoretical models. Note: IPP216 must be completed with a grade of B or better to graduate from the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interpreter Preparation programs. Students must acknowledge the Interpreter Preparation Exit Requirements prior to enrollment in IPP216 and should consult with an advisor for guidance. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in IPP215 and permission of Program Director.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
13979	Phoenix H240	Hybrid In-Person	01/26 – 05/11 Spring 2026	M	5:15PM – 8:45PM	D. Williams	Open 7 of 15 seats available
13979	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $30.00 Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks GoReact is required. There are two types of licenses to choose from. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

IPP219: English to ASL Simultaneous Interpreting – 3 credits

Sequential development of simultaneous interpreting skills from English to American Sign Language (ASL). Source language analysis and target language equivalents emphasized. Analysis of texts and contexts of naturally occurring monologues from differing genres with increasing length and difficulty, practice of skills, techniques for self and peer evaluations, and application of theoretical models. Note: IPP219 must be completed with a grade of B or better to graduate from the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interpreter Preparation programs. Students must acknowledge the Interpreter Preparation Exit Requirements prior to enrollment in IPP219 and should consult with an advisor for guidance. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in IPP218, and permission of Program Director. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
13984	Phoenix H240	Hybrid In-Person	01/26 – 05/15 Spring 2026	M	12:30PM – 4:00PM	A. Wittman	Open 7 of 15 seats available
13984	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $30.00 Notes Notes: Flex Start Class Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks GoReact is required. There are two types of licenses to choose from. Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

IPP221: Interactive Interpreting II – 3 credits

Continued development of interactive interpreting skills from English to American Sign Language (ASL) and from ASL to English. Perform source language analysis, apply cognitive processing techniques, and produce target language equivalents. Analysis of texts and contexts of naturally occurring dialogues, practice of skills, techniques for self and peer evaluations, and application of theoretical models. Note: IPP221 must be completed with a grade of B or better to graduate from the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interpreter Preparation programs. Students must acknowledge the Interpreter Preparation Exit Requirements prior to enrollment in IPP221 and should consult with an advisor for guidance. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in IPP220, and permission of Program Director. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
15615	Phoenix H240	Hybrid In-Person	01/21 – 05/15 Spring 2026	W	12:30PM – 4:00PM	A. Wittman	Open 7 of 15 seats available
15615	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $50.00 Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

IPP229: Interpreter Preparation Internship Seminar – 1 credit

Classroom portion of the Interpreter Preparation Program internship. Emphasizes the blend of job-related activities including career exploration, employment application procedures, interpersonal skills, and on-the-job problems. Note: IPP229 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Interpreter Preparation Program and/or program director approval. Corequisites: IPP230AA or IPP230AB.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
13981	Phoenix ONLINE CANVAS	Online	01/17 – 05/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	M. Monahan	Open 7 of 15 seats available
13981	No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

IPP230AA: Interpreter Preparation Program Internship – 1 credit

Laboratory portion of the Interpreter Preparation Program seminar. Eighty (80) clock hours of work required. Practical experience in settings such as educational, rehabilitation, community service centers, and agencies serving children, adolescents, and/or adults who are deaf or hard of hearing. Designed to provide students with the opportunity to synthesize practical and academic experiences gained during the in-classroom portion of the program. Site, supervision, and plan of activity mutually agreed upon by the student and instructor. Capstone experience for Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree students. Note: IPP230AA must be completed with a grade of B or better to graduate from the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interpreter Preparation programs. IPP230AA may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Students must acknowledge the Interpreter Preparation Exit Requirements prior to enrollment in IPP230AA and should consult with an advisor for guidance. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Interpreter Preparation Program and Program Director approval. Corequisites: IPP229.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
13982	Phoenix OFFSITE	Field Based	01/17 – 05/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	M. Monahan	Open 7 of 15 seats available
13982	No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

IPP242: Educational Interpreting Skills – 1 credit

Skill development and application of techniques used specifically in educational (K-12) interpreting and transliterating. Covers sign systems, technical signs, and methods of non-standard sign incorporation. Note: IPP242 must be completed with a grade of B or better to graduate from the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interpreter Preparation programs. IPP242 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Students must acknowledge the Interpreter Preparation Exit Requirements prior to enrollment in IPP242 and should consult with an advisor for guidance. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in (IPP209 and IPP211) and permission of Program Director.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
14963	Phoenix H240	In Person	01/21 – 03/13 Spring 2026	W	5:15PM – 8:45PM	A. Berdeski	Open 4 of 15 seats available
14963	Costs include IPP Course Fee: $30.00 Notes Notes: Class Meets for Eight (8) Weeks Book Information Get books at the Bookstore

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