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ALERT: The IDHHC has been made aware of the fraudulent and/or solicitation emails from the bad actors pretending to represent the IDHHC. Please be sure to always verify the sender's email address or website.  The following are official communications from IDHHC: DHH.Communications@Illinois.govDHH.Interpreter@Illinois.gov, DHH.Training@Illinois.gov and any state employee ending at @Illinois.gov. Official website: idhhc.illinois.gov.  Sign language interpreter license renewal notices come from noreply@lnpweb.com

IMPORTANT:  2025 testing dates will be posted early next week.  Applications accepted beginning December 1.

Statute and Rules

The Interpreter for the Deaf Licensure Act of 2007 requires anyone who is providing interpreting services in Illinois to be licensed unless specifically exempted under the Act. Any individual who is subject to the Interpreter for the Deaf Licensure Act of 2007 must abide by the Act and the Rules, regardless of the employment setting, unless specifically exempted by the Act.

Statute

Rules

The Interpreter for the Deaf Licensure Act of 2007 Rules (Code - Title 68; Chapter IX; Part 1515) provides specific details such as the required accepted certifications, fees, proficiency levels, continuing education and standards of professional conduct.  

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