Applicants must successfully complete an oral interview prior to enrollment in the program and a written examination will be administered before registration. Foreign language professionals who are looking for a different career path that utilizes their language skills. The courses build on each other and are designed to provide an understanding of the court interpreting profession. Each course combines classroom exercises, group activities and the opportunity to apply the knowledge to real work situations. The program will culminate in a practicum of 60 hours, whereby students will be assigned to legal firms or public offices that deal routinely with monolingual Spanish speakers.
Students work five hours weekly under joint supervision of site coordinator and instructor.
Students must complete all required coursework and internship hours within four years after starting the program, and successfully complete an exit examination.