Moberly Area Community College Access and ADA Services Handbook 2026-2027

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Sign Language Interpreter or Transcription Services

  • The interpreter is expected to interpret from spoken language into the appropriate visual language mode and from visual language into spoken language.

  • Conceptual accuracy is stressed and the student should be made aware of the proper use and spelling of all relevant vocabulary.

If students are approved for use of a Sign Language Interpreter or Transcription services, please follow the procedures below.

Sign Language Interpreter or Transcription Services Procedures:
For classes or standing appointments (such as tutoring):

  1. Once the student has registered for classes, they should contact the Access Office so they can request an interpreter for their courses.

  2. The student should notify the Access Office immediately of any changes to their schedule.

  3. The student should also notify the Access Office of any ongoing tutoring they may want to set up.

  4. Students using interpreters should notify the Access Office as soon as possible if they will not be attending class or a student meeting. We request at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel.

  5. The Access Office staff understands that there may be times that students are unable to provide 48 hours’ notice, but ask as a courtesy that they make their best effort to do so.

  6. On the first day of class or in any new situation, students should introduce themselves to the interpreter.

  7. Students should be on time for all classes, labs, and meetings.

  8. Students should sit in a place that provides the best distance, lighting, background, and angle for seeing the interpreter.

  9. If students have any questions relating to class materials, ask the instructor.

  10. Personal conversations with the interpreter should not occur during the class. These should be handled before or after the class.

  11. If students have difficulty understanding the interpreter, discuss it with that person. If this does not solve the problem, they should contact the Access Office.

  12. If the interpreter does not come to class, notify the Access Office.

Students should let the interpreter and the Access Office know if:

  • their class is canceled

  • there will be a video shown in class

  • the student will be making a presentation

  • they will not be attending class

For one-time appointments (advising, instructor meetings, etc.):

  1. Students should contact the Access Office as soon as they are aware of the meeting, or would like to schedule one.

  2. Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice. The Access Office will make every effort to meet all requests made, but they cannot guarantee the request will be met.

No-shows:
If a student misses two consecutive classes, and does not contact the Access Office, the interpreter (or CART services) will be canceled. If the student would like to reinstate interpreter services, they should contact the Access Office to do so.

Requesting a specific interpreter or interpreter agency:
MACC will make every effort to secure interpreting with the student's desired agency and interpreter of choice. At times this may not be possible; however, students are ensured a competent, properly accredited interpreter with the appropriate skill level required for their course and/or subject.