Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (IDHHC)
Among other things, the commission's goal is to "make available and provide an educational and informational program through printed materials, workshop and training sessions, presentations, demonstrations, and public awareness events about hearing loss for citizens in Illinois and for public and private entities. The program shall include, but not be limited to, information concernnig information and referral services, lending libraries, service and resource availability, the interpreter registry, accessibility and accommodation issues, assistive technology, empowerment issues, obligations of service providers and employers, educational options, and current federal and State statutes, regulations, and policies regarding hearing loss." They also are the governing entity in Illinois that accepts the duty to "establish rules and regulations related to evaluation, certification, licensure, and training standards of interpreters for deaf and hard of hearing persons."

Consumer and Interpreter Information (IDHHC)
Proficiency Level Standards for Sign Language Interpreters - What you can and cannot do with your license.
Educational vs. Licensed Interpreter - What's the difference? - Know what you're getting as a consumer and how to represent yourself as an interpreter.

A manual published by the IDHHC for parents of infants and toddlers with hearing loss.
A printable and downloadable pamphlet explaining the communication rights of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the appropriate skills required of Sign Language Interpreters in the State of Illinois per setting situation.

Interpreter Training Programs (ITP)
All Hands Interpreting, LLC requires interpreter employees to have attended classes in an ITP along with having current certifications and licenses. This type of training not only teaches the language and the complicated process of interpreting, but also gives students excellent skills and resources to stay current on standard practices in the field. All officially recognized Illinois ITPs are listed here.
Mentorship Program (IDHHC)
All Hands Interpreting, LLC believes that each ITP graduate is the future of the interpreting world. Mentorship is important in the profession to maintain the excellent service standards currently being practiced. An ITP can give an excellent foundation, but real-world applications of these theories are the bricks and mortar that provide the best support in continuing quality service efforts to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. All Hands offers mentorships following the IDHHC guidelines where allowed by our consumers.
Quick Links for Interpreters & Consumers
Why work for All Hands?
We are a new interpreter agency in the St. Louis Metro-East area looking for skilled interpreters with a focus on a strong service ethic to benefit our local Deaf/Hard of Hearing community. We do this by making sure our interpreters are paid weekly and matched appropriately to various assignments. Communication access for all is our top priority.
You can earn bonuses for contracts referred to All Hands - ask us more about this referral program!
Feel free to recommend interpreters of all skill abilities to send their resume to:
All Hands Interpreting, LLC
AllHandsInterpreting618@gmail.com
Once you are on our roster of interpreters, we are transparent with our pay rate system and can even help you keep track of your pro bono work for tax filing season. The more you further yourself in the profession, the more benefits you'll see.