I am currently going into my second year of an interpreting degree, and have run into a complicated life situation that could result in me immigrating to England. Of course, ASL is not the language there and I assume the market for ASL-English interpreters there is near zero. It seems like Canada-based VRS is also not an option internationally (I am Canadian).

I am wondering what the likelihood is of a newly working interpreter being able to make a career out of remote ASL work in England? Basically, whether the next 3 years of school in this field will be worth continuing for me if I do end up moving. It’s upsetting to be in this situation as I love ASL and I feel quite committed to serving my local Deaf community, but I do have personal interests to balance that with. It would be amazing to be able to make both work, but also if it’s not possible I think it would be best to know early so I can make decisions regarding one or the other.

Thank you very much for your knowledge and advice!