Court Interpreter Oral Exam Training Program
Want to become a certified court interpreter, but your language combination doesn't include Spanish? No problem. We can help.
You'll significantly increase your chances of passing the court interpreter oral exam by learning:
* High-register court vocabulary
* High-speed simultaneous interpreting
* Consecutive interpreting for long chunks of speech
* Enhanced reading comprehension for smooth sight translations
Our 3-Step Method™ and How It Will Help You
Passing an interpreter's certification oral exam requires you to perform several complex mental tasks very quickly, with a high degree of accuracy, and all at the same time. Our method helps you conquer each task separately, then trains you to successfully execute them all at once. When it comes to exam time, you will be ready to handle whatever is thrown your way.
Your 3 STEPS for SUCCESS
Learn the Legal Vocabulary
Master the court terminology upfront to build a solid foundation.
Interpret and Voice Record
Interpret at different speeds to challenge yourself progressively.
Grade Your Performance
Get a grade and a detailed evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses.
About Your Instructor
Virginia Valencia is a professional psychologist (2001) and a federally certified court interpreter (2008) with over 17 years’ experience in the fields of legal, medical, and conference interpretation.
She holds a Combined Certificate in Translation and Interpretation Studies (Hunter College, 2004) and is certified/approved by Superior Courts of NJ (2005), NY (2006), and CA (2012).
She currently lives in California, where she teaches and works as an interpreter.
Testimonials
Train On Your Own Schedule
• Self-paced
• On-demand
• Open enrollment: begin at your convenience
More Details
-
Frequently Asked Questions
-
Is this program for beginners, intermediate, or advanced interpreters?
Our program is beneficial for interpreters of ALL levels. The labs are organized sequentially from easiest to most challenging, so you can choose which labs to focus on depending on your skills.
-
How long is the program?
You will have access to the program for 12 months. If you wish to renew the program after that period, you may do so for a renewal fee of $ 129.
-
How many hours does the program take to complete?
The program consists of 45 interpreting labs, offering over 100 hours of training. You have the freedom to train at your own pace, complete as many labs as you wish, and follow the sequence you desire.
-
What type of court cases does the program offer?
To help you successfully prepare for Court Interpreter Oral Exams and real-life court proceedings, our program contains real court cases and documents. Only the identifying information has been changed to protect the parties' privacy.
The cases and documents are as follows:
Lab 1: Domestic Violence
Lab 2: Prosecutor/Witness Meeting
Lab 3: Child Custody
Lab 4: Police Statement
Lab 5: Landlord/Tenant Hearing
Lab 6: Child Custody
Lab 7: Landlord/Tenant Hearing
Lab 8: Landlord/Tenant Hearing
Lab 9: Domestic Violence
Lab 10: A Brief Introduction to the Courts in the U.S.
Lab 11: Police Report
Lab 12: Direct Examination of a Witness
Lab 13: Witness Statement
Lab 14: Divorce Settlement
Lab 15: Character Reference
Lab 16: Introduction to Civil Court
Lab 17: Supplemental Plea Form
Lab 18: Introduction to Trials
Lab 19: Character Reference
Lab 20: Introduction to Criminal Court
Lab 21: Hardship Letter in an Immigration Case
Lab 20: Introduction to Family Court
Lab 23: Domestic Violence
Lab 24: Opening Statements at a Civil Trial. Part 1
Lab 25: Opening Statements at a Civil Trial. Part 2
Lab 26: Witness Statement
Lab 27: Psychology Expert Witness Testimony Part 1
Lab 28: Psychology Expert Witness Testimony Part 2
Lab 29: Supervised Visitation Rules
Lab 30: Workshop for Divorced Parents. Part 1
Lab 31: Workshop for Divorced Parents. Part 2
Lab 32: Conditions of Probation
Lab 33: Jury Selection for a Criminal Trial
Lab 34: Preliminary Jury Instructions
Lab 35: Voir Dire for Jury Selection at a Criminal Trial. Part 1
Lab 36: Ballistics Expert Witness Testimony
Lab 37: Jury Charges for Punitive Damages
Lab 38: Voir Dire for Jury Selection at a Criminal Trial. Part 2
Lab 39: Testimony by an Orthopedic Expert
Lab 40: Crime Scene Evidence Collection Expert Witness Testimony. Part 1
Lab 41: Police Report
Lab 42: Crime Scene Evidence Collection Expert Witness Testimony. Part 2
Lab 43: Testimony by a Fingerprints Expert
Lab 44: Mortgage
Lab 45: Closing Arguments at a Civil Trial
-
I have less than 6 months to prepare for my exam - will this program still help?
Absolutely. Even if you have weeks before your exam, with hard work and dedication, our labs will develop your court vocabulary, interpreting skills, and confidence.
-
How many consecutive practices are there?
There are a total of 27 consecutive labs in this program. Each one is offered at different speeds to help you progressively build your skills. These 27 labs are also available in the simultaneous mode, at various speeds.
-
How many simultaneous practices are there?
There are a total of 27 simultaneous labs in this program. Each one is offered at various speeds to help you progressively build your skills. These 27 labs are also available in the consecutive mode, at different speeds.
-
How many sight translation practices are there?
There are 18 sight practices in this program. They consist of documents taken from real court cases (only the identifying information has been changed to protect the parties' privacy).
-
Can I purchase practices for simultaneous, consecutive, or sight translation separately?
You may choose to focus on a particular interpreting mode, however you may not purchase them separately.
-
How fast are the simultaneous practices?
At the beginning of the program, you will be working with 100 Words Per Minute (WPM). As the program advances, you will be working up to 120, 140, and 160 WPM.
-
In the consecutive practices, how many words do the chunks of speech contain?
At the beginning of the program, you will be working with 15 words per chunk. As the program advances, you will be working up to 65 words per chunk.
-
Is your note-taking course included in this program?
Our note-taking training course is sold separately. We strongly recommend it to bring your consecutive interpretation skills to the next level. To learn more about it, click here. To purchase both programs together and get a discount, please contact us.
-
Can I complete this program on my smartphone?
Yes. The training program is fully supported by a customized mobile app.
-
Do I need an internet connection?
Yes, to effectively take this program you will need a reliable internet connection.
-
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes, we offer flexible pricing packages depending on the size of your group. Please contact us and one of our agents will customize a package that meets your needs.
-
Do you offer teacher discounts?
Yes. If you are teaching with our materials, and need a discount for your students, please contact us to discuss options.
-
Do I get a certificate of completion?
You have the option of acquiring a certificate of completion for a processing fee of $35. Your certificate will only be issued if our records indicate that you have successfully completed the program. To inquire about your certificate, please contact us.
STREAMLINE YOUR LEARNING PROCESS
Train smart. Build confidence. Start preparing for your court interpreter oral exam today.
Questions? Contact us, we are here to help.