Special Education 1
Pediatrics
Business Terms
Community Interpreter Terms
Special Education 2
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Speech Therapy

A service provided by specialists to help individuals improve their communication skills, including articulation, language comprehension, social communication, and fluency. It may also address feeding and swallowing issues.

100

Vaccination

The administration of a vaccine to stimulate the immune system to protect against specific diseases.

100

Revenue

The total income generated by a business from its normal business activities, typically from the sale of goods and services.

100

What is CCHI?

Certification commission for healthcare interpreters

100

Occupational Therapy

A therapeutic intervention that helps individuals develop, recover, or improve the skills needed for daily living and work. In schools, this often focuses on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and other tasks that enable students to participate in educational activities.

200

Social Emotional learning

The process of developing the skills needed to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve goals, establish and maintain relationships, and make responsible decisions.

200

Child Development

The physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of a child from birth to adolescence.

200

Invoice

A document used to request payment

200

What is NBCMI

National Board of Certification for medical interpreters

200

Physical therapy

A therapy aimed at improving physical movement and strength, helping students with mobility, balance, and gross motor skills so they can access and participate in the school environment.

300

Motor skills

Abilities required to perform movements and tasks,

300

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A developmental disorder characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors.

300

Subcontract

A secondary contract where a party (often a contractor) hires another party (subcontractor) to fulfill part of the original contract's tasks or responsibilities.

300

What is VRI?

Video Remote Interpreting

300

Speech therapy

A service provided by specialists to help individuals improve their communication skills, including articulation, language comprehension, social communication, and fluency. It may also address feeding and swallowing issues.

400

Accomodations

Changes in how a student learns or demonstrates knowledge, designed to provide equal access to education. These do not alter the curriculum or lower expectations but may include things like extended time on tests, preferential seating, or the use of assistive technology.

400

Neonatal Care

Specialized care for newborns, particularly those who are premature or have health complications.

400

Contract

A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that outlines their responsibilities, rights, and obligations in relation to specific terms and conditions.

400

What is RSI?

Remote Simultaneous Interpreting 

400

Self contained classroom

A classroom designed to serve students with significant educational or behavioral needs that cannot be met in a general education setting. These classrooms typically have smaller student-to-teacher ratios and provide specialized instruction and support.

500

What is an IEP?

legally binding document developed for public school students in the U.S. who qualify for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It outlines specific educational goals, accommodations, modifications, and services tailored to meet the unique needs of the student.

500

SIDS

The sudden and unexplained death of an infant, often occurring during sleep.

500

Benefits package

A collection of perks provided to employees in addition to their salaries/wages, which can include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks.

500

What is IPI?

In person interpreting

500

Differentiated instruction

A teaching approach that involves tailoring instruction to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and learning styles of students.

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