Advantages of Hiring Sign Language Interpreters through DHCC
A sign language interpreting agency, like DHCC, does all the time-consuming “leg work” associated with calling interpreters and finding the appropriate person to work with you and your Deaf consumer. For example, if an interpreter becomes ill at the last minute, or for any other reason cannot make the assignment, DHCC will make every effort to find a qualified interpreter.

DHCC ensures the qualifications and professionalism of our interpreters with our own application and evaluation process. Click here to learn about our criteria for accepting interpreters to work for DHCC.

More than 80% of our interpreters are nationally certified with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and registered with the Commonwealth of PA, complying with ACT 57, the PA Interpreter Law. Our other interpreters are working towards certification and are matched to appropriate situations to meet their skills and the law. DHCC interpreters follow the RID Code of Ethics.

DHCC is familiar with the communication needs of the Deaf consumer(s) and knows which interpreter is able to work most effectively with each Deaf person(s). The agency may also know if a Deaf/hearing team is necessary for effective communication with a particular Deaf individual.

DHCC is knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and is a good reference for any questions you may have.