PURPOSE: This rule outlines how an interpreter may participate in an area above the skill level currently held by the mentee as prescribed in 5 CSR 100-200.170 Requisite Skill Level on the basis of a mentor relationship.

1. (1) For the purpose of this rule, a mentee interpreter may participate in assignments outside of the prescribed Requisite Skill Level, 5 CSR 100-200.170 with a mentor interpreter complying with Requisite Skill Level, 5 CSR 100-200.170.

2. (2) A mentee shall be an interpreter who has a current license.

   1. (A) The mentee shall revert the duties of the assignment to the mentor at his/her request.

3. (3) For the purpose of this rule, a mentor shall be an interpreter who has a current license, and an Intermediate, Advanced, or Comprehensive certification.

   1. (A) The mentor must complete mentorship training as approved by the board.
   2. (B) A mentor shall function as a guide and provide oversight to the mentee in an interpreting experience.
   3. (C) The mentor must be present and is responsible for communication within the interpreting assignment.
   4. (D) The mentor is not responsible for the actions and conduct of the mentee outside of the interpreting assignment.

AUTHORITY; sections 209.292(5) and 209.295(5) and (8), RSMo 1994.* Original rule filed Nov. 27, 1996, effective July 30, 1997.

*Original authority 1994.