Requesting Sign Language, Oral Interpreting, or Tactile ...



CAP provides sign language, oral and tactile interpreting services for Department of Defense (DoD) employees who are deaf or hard of hearing who attend job related training courses lasting two days or longer, but not to exceed two weeks. CAP does have specific requirements in order to provide sign language, oral and tactile interpreting services. All requests will be reviewed on a case by case basis.Requesting Sign Language, Oral Interpreting, or Tactile Interpreting ServicesA completed CAP Accommodation Request form for any type of interpreting service must be submitted no less than 15 business days prior to the training/course. The Request Form is considered complete when CAP has all the information listed in the guidelines below.?CAP will only consider funding services if the training is held in a DoD office or facility. Training held in non-DoD facilities and offices, including those occupied by CAP’s federal partners or private entities, are not eligible for consideration because the host, whether a federal agency or recipient of federal funds, has a legal obligation to ensure equal access.Find Local InterpretersCAP also has an online searchable database of interpreting services and agencies on its website at . This can be used as a resource in situations where CAP may not be able to provide interpreting services. CAP recommends that you involve the deaf/hard of hearing employee in the selection process for the sign language, oral and tactile interpreting puter/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)4800 Mark Center Drive, Suite 05E22, Alexandria, VA 22350-7000T 833-227-3272 or 703-614-8416, F 703-697-5851Videophone 571-384-5629, Email cap@mail.mil, cap.mil ................
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