Working with Interpreters in Health Settings: Guidelines for Psychologists

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Tribe, R., Thompson, Kate and British Psychological Society, Professional Practice Board 2008. Working with Interpreters in Health Settings: Guidelines for Psychologists. Leicester British Psychological Society.

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Authors	Tribe, R., Thompson, Kate and British Psychological Society, Professional Practice Board
Abstract	Working effectively with interpreters should be a skill which every psychologist possesses. This is to ensure that equal opportunities are upheld and that certain groups are not denied access to psychological services. To achieve this aim, all psychologists should receive training in working with interpreters as a core part of their professional training. If this is not available within your trust, it is recommended that this is undertaken as part of your ongoing continuing professional development. Training courses are available in much of the country. These good practice guidelines give an overview of the issues psychologists need to consider when working with interpreters to ensure that they are able to be as effective as possible.
Keywords	psychologists; professional practice; interpreters
Year	2008
Publisher	British Psychological Society
Print	Oct 2008
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Copyright holder	British Psychological Society
Place of publication	Leicester
ISBN	978-1-85433-484-8
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