Ala. Admin. Code r. 580-3-24-.01

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 580-3-24-.01 - Introduction

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Author: DMH/MR Office of Deaf Services

Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 22-50-11.

History: New Rule: Filed; effective.

People who have limited English proficiency, including those who are deaf, have been limited in their ability to access mental health services. When they do obtain services, they usually require an interpreter. The quality of interpretive services has a substantial and direct bearing on the outcome of services and provided and can have life-or-death consequences when the interpretation is inaccurate. This rule is intended to establish minimum competencies and training for interpreters working in mental health settings.

Author: DMH/MR Office of Deaf Services

Ala. Admin. Code r. 580-3-24-.01

New Rule: Filed November 19, 2003; effective December 24, 2003.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 22-50-11.