LSQ is taught at these same types of institutions in a limited number of francophone communities in Ontario and in Quebec. In addition, several other key skills and knowledge areas must be demonstrated to be eligible for admission. For more information, contact the interpreter education program in which you are interested. Once formal interpreting education is completed, interpreters need to remain abreast of research and trends in the field. Interpreters should participate in professional development events, workshops and conferences annually.
Higher education is encouraged and an advantage.
Interpreters may be employed as staff members for educational institutions, for service agencies or interpreter referral agencies. Interpreters in educational settings may work in elementary, secondary and post-secondary schools or in schools for the deaf. Many interpreters work on a freelance basis. Freelance interpreters may take part-time contracts from educational institutions or accept appointments referred by agencies or accept appointments directly from hearing or deaf consumers. Salaries for interpreters vary depending on the employment situation and the interpreter's level of competency.