DHHC Specialized Interpreting Training

The State of Illinois, through the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (DHHC527), awarded a contract to Esteban Amaro for specialized interpreting training services. The contract, designated as Open Market Small Purchase 26-526DHHC-DHHC5-P-93671, was awarded on April 24, 2026, with a completion date of April 27, 2026, and carries a contract value of $1,500.00. The single line item encompasses three contact hours of specialized instruction designed for currently licensed Deaf sign language interpreters and those who have completed the 16-hour training requirement or passed the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission Deaf Interpreter Knowledge Based Test.

The training curriculum is interactive and hands-on in nature, with the stated objective of enhancing skill development and fostering collaboration through the inclusion of hearing interpreters in a team-based approach. All training delivered under this contract must align with the continuing education requirements outlined in Section 1515.80 of the Interpreter for the Deaf Licensure Act of 2007 Rules. The contract is subject to the State of Illinois standard certifications and terms and conditions, which establish compliance obligations covering legal eligibility, ethical business practices, insurance requirements, and statutory compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.