Eligibility

The CLTSLA Package is available to state agencies who are responsible for the evaluation of interpreters and transliterators in keeping with state mandates. The CLTSLA Package consists of one (1) written assessment, one (1) warm-up performance videotape, and one (1) performance videotape. A second version of the performance assessment can be purchased with the package.

Rating

Scoring of the CLTSLA Performance Test is performed by a panel of three (3) trained raters. Each panel consists of at least one (1) deaf and one (1) hearing rater. Raters compare performance standard for cued language transliteration with the actual performance modeled by the testee. The Written Test is scored by the relevant state agency. Pass/Fail or levels are state-determined and awarded under their authority.

Results

The CLTSLA is administered by state agencies. The state sends performance assessment videotapes to the TECUnit for rating. The TECUnit provides a diagnostic report consisting of a basic analysis of expressive cueing proficiency and transliteration skills. The testee receives results from the state agency. The examination result format is determined by the relevant state agency and, thus, might vary from state to state.

Please contact the TECUnit for more information on the CLTSLA for your state.