Interpreter Training Programs to Advance Your Career
Individual Interpreter Training Programs
Kickstart your career as an interpreter with our expert-led training programs.
Our individual interpreter training programs are designed to equip you for today’s competitive interpreting language market. You’ll find everything you need to start and succeed as an interpreter, including:
Interpreter Training Programs to Advance Your Career
Kickstart your career as an interpreter with our expert-led training programs.
Our individual interpreter training programs are designed to equip you for today’s competitive interpreting language market.
We offer a unique blend of self-directed and instructor-led online training programs. These include ongoing membership-based professional development opportunities and support services, providing a wide range of accessible training options to fit your needs.
Our integrated approach to training ensures you receive personalized learning opportunities led by industry professionals. You also get access to peer and alumni networking, all through a secure and user-friendly online learning platform.
You’ll find everything you need to start and succeed as an interpreter, including:
- Practical, sector-specific training
- An understanding of the industry and work opportunities
- Job-ready skills
- Confidence to take the next step in your career
Start with our foundational training program to begin developing the skills, knowledge and core competencies you’ll need to succeed as a language interpreter in your local community or abroad.
Proven Blended Learning Format
Develop the skills and confidence you need in Canada’s only blended online learning environment for interpreter training.
We bring together the industry’s best instructors to support both live and self-paced content, giving students access to flexible learning options.
Developed with accessibility and flexibility in mind, our unique blend of live training and self-directed learning modules includes:
Our individual interpreter training programs are designed to equip you for today’s competitive interpreting language market.
We offer a unique blend of self-directed and instructor-led online training programs. These include ongoing membership-based professional development opportunities and support services, providing a wide range of accessible training options to fit your needs.
Our integrated approach to training ensures you receive personalized learning opportunities led by industry professionals. You also get access to peer and alumni networking, all through a secure and user-friendly online learning platform.
- Practical, sector-specific training
- An understanding of the industry and work opportunities
- Job-ready skills
- Confidence to take the next step in your career
We offer a unique blend of self-directed and instructor-led online training programs. These include ongoing membership-based professional development opportunities and support services, providing a wide range of accessible training options to fit your needs.
Our integrated approach to training ensures you receive personalized learning opportunities led by industry professionals. You also get access to peer and alumni networking, all through a secure and user-friendly online learning platform.
Start with our foundational training program to begin developing the skills, knowledge and core competencies you’ll need to succeed as a language interpreter in your local community or abroad.
Proven Blended Learning Format
Develop the skills and confidence you need in Canada’s only blended online learning environment for interpreter training.
We bring together the industry’s best instructors to support both live and self-paced content, giving students access to flexible learning options.
Developed with accessibility and flexibility in mind, our unique blend of live training and self-directed learning modules includes:
Live Classroom
Student Manual
Current Resources & Materials
3-Months Unlimited Course Access
Final Exam
Instructor-led Lessons
Unlimited Access to Recordings of Lessons
Flexible Attendance
Real Time Discussions
Networking & Support
Our integrated learning model features both instructor-led lessons conducted in real-time on our secure online learning platform, as well as self-directed modules that you can complete at your convenience. We update all of our materials regularly to reflect current resources and industry best practices.
All training programs incorporate the following components:
Our integrated learning model features both instructor-led lessons conducted in real-time on our secure online learning platform, as well as self-directed modules that you can complete at your convenience. We update all of our materials regularly to reflect current resources and industry best practices
A Real Classroom with Real Instructors
MEET YOUR VETERAN INSTRUCTORS
Community Settings Foundational Training Program
Develop the core skills and competencies required for interpreting work in a wide variety of settings.
Our Community Settings Foundational Training Program covers the essential skills and knowledge required to start working as an interpreter. It also lays the groundwork for additional studies in sector-specific work environments such as healthcare and legal settings.
Upon completion of the foundational training program, you’ll be work-ready and well-equipped for advanced studies.
3 Steps to Your Rewarding Interpreter Career
START
With Our Foundational
Training Program
GROW
With Our Professional
Development Support
THRIVE
In Your
New Career!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Community Settings Foundational Training Program is a prerequisite for all the training programs offered at The Interpreters Lab. This training program will give you a solid foundation to start working immediately upon completion.
Advanced Interpreter Training Programs
Choose sector-specific programs after the completion of your foundational training.
While our Community Settings Foundational Training Program provides the required core knowledge and skills for your first foray into a career as an interpreter, our advanced training opportunities can open even more doors to industry-specific careers.
Expand your breadth of knowledge – and career possibilities – by choosing from our advanced training options in healthcare, mental health care, and legal and court settings.
Career Support Services with our Annual Membership Program
Save on advanced training programs, and stay current and connected with our professional network.
The end of your coursework may be the beginning of your career journey as an interpreter, but it doesn’t mean the learning is done! Committing to your career growth means constantly expanding your skills and connections through ongoing professional development, networking opportunities, career guidance and mentorship.
Our Membership Program is designed for new and experienced interpreters. We offer access to essential resources, expert-led workshops and a built-in community of supportive peers, so you have everything you need in one safe space to ensure you’re set up to succeed.
Save on registration fees for advanced training programs with our Membership Program
Leading Industry Practices and Best Standards
Real Training for the Real World: Industry-Driven Excellence and Certification Preparation
From practical training to hands-on knowledge, we prepare you for the real world of interpretation work with industry-leading programs designed for today’s work environments.
Our curriculum is developed in alignment with ISO international standards and the Canadian National Standards Guide for Community Interpreting Services and is based on the most in-demand skills and real-world experience of our veteran instructors, so you get the advantage of an insider’s lens on your career path.
Moreover, as an authorized testing center for the Community Interpreter Language and Interpreting Skills Assessment Tool (CILISAT) exam, we help you prepare for this proficiency assessment so that you succeed in your certification.
Speaker Series, Training Programs & Events Calendar
Get plugged in to all of our continuing education offerings and workshops for interpreters.
The best way to keep your skills current and learn about new opportunities in the ever-changing interpreting industry is with professional development led by industry pros.
Stay up-to-date on all of our upcoming member events – from Speakers Series sessions to Workshops and Master Classes – plus a host of additional ways to connect with members and instructors at The Interpreter’s Lab.