More than half a million people use American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate, making it the third most commonly used language in the country. That makes access to ASL interpreters an essential part of effectively serving your community.
Unique Aspects of ASL Interpretation
American Sign Language has little in common with spoken English because it has a unique sentence structure and symbols for various words and ideas. It is not a form of shorthand, but a complex language system with its own set of linguistic components.
ASL is a unique language because it always requires simultaneous interpretation, even when supporting a conversational interaction. As simultaneous interpretation is typically done with two interpreters taking turns, it can be costly to provide sign language translation for short meetings or interaction.
On-Demand & Scheduled ASL Interpretation
Alboum is pleased to now offer a cost-effective solution for schools, health clinics, therapists, attorneys, and others for one-on-one sessions or small group meetings up to 90 minutes in length.
Scheduled Meetings
Alboum’s scheduled ASL interpretation service is available at just an hour minimum and requires only one interpreter, well below most ASL-specific agencies, which often charge a 2-hour minimum and require two interpreters.
By creating a pool of interpreters willing to work solo, we strive to create a cost-effective option for conversations such as:
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Telehealth appointments
- Small group meetings
Alboum’s ASL interpreters can be scheduled in advance and join you on Zoom, Teams, Google Meet or any other virtual meeting platform of your choice. Organizations can request a favorite interpreter or indicate gender preference when requesting services.
On-Demand ASL Interpretation
For unexpected interactions, Alboum continues to provide access to ASL interpreters on-demand through our virtual interpretation portal. This allows you to quickly access a virtual ASL interpreter and pay by the minute, making it an attractive option for shorter or unplanned conversations.
Contact us today to learn more about how Alboum can serve your ASL interpretation needs.
