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Advanced exam-prep course · since 2008
Prepare to become a certified court interpreter
This is exam-prep, not a credential we issue: the courts certify you, and this 64-hour course gets you ready to pass. Built for bilingual Spanish interpreters pursuing state or federal credentials, it develops the legal terminology, specialized subject vocabulary, and oral exam strategy that move candidates into the top credentialing tier, all live online.
The deep training court credentialing demands
Court interpreting is one of the most demanding fields in the profession, and the credentialing exams are built to be hard. This 64-hour court interpreter training course is not required to sit for the state or federal exam, but it is the step that gets serious candidates into the upper tier of scores.
You'll build fluency in the specialized vocabulary courts actually use, legal procedure, drug and weaponry terminology, forensic pathology, anatomy, civil action, and more, while drilling simultaneous, consecutive, and sight interpretation in every subject. Whether you're working toward becoming a certified court interpreter or a certified legal interpreter through the Arizona Court Interpreter Credentialing Program or a federal exam, this is the preparation that builds real exam readiness.
- 64 hours of focused exam preparation
- Specialized legal & subject terminology
- Simultaneous, consecutive & sight interpretation
- Oral exam strategy for state & federal tests
- Court ethics & professional conduct
- Taught live by working court interpreters
Not sure if you qualify?
This is an advanced course for interpreters who are already fluently bilingual in English and Spanish. If you're unsure whether it's the right fit, request a short interview with our instructor and we'll assess your readiness together.
What the 64 hours cover
Every subject pairs terminology building with hands-on practice across all three interpreting modes.
Introduction to court interpreting
The interpreter's role in the U.S. legal system, state and federal certification, and the three interpreting modes.
Legal terminology & procedures
The vocabulary and procedural language of the courtroom, drilled in simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation.
Anatomy & physiology
Medical terminology interpreters encounter in testimony, injury cases, and expert witness exchanges.
Drug & weaponry terminology
Specialized vocabulary common in criminal proceedings, with practice in every interpreting mode.
Forensic pathology
The language of forensic evidence and expert testimony, plus slang and taboo expressions interpreters must handle.
Civil action terminology
Vocabulary and procedure specific to civil proceedings, drilled across all three modes.
Juvenile, traffic & family court
The local courts you'll work in most, with focused interpreting practice for each setting.
Ethics & cultural competence
Court interpreter ethics, professional conduct, and the linguistic and cultural awareness the role requires.
Common questions
Is this course required to become a certified court interpreter?
No. The course isn't required to sit for state or federal credentialing, but it's a critical step toward the exam scores that qualify you in the upper tier of candidates. It's built around the oral exam that courts use to credential interpreters.
How do I become a court interpreter in Arizona?
Court interpreters earn credentials by passing the oral exam through their state's credentialing program, such as the Arizona Court Interpreter Credentialing Program, or the federal exam. This 64-hour course builds the legal terminology, interpreting technique, and exam strategy you need to score in the higher tiers.
Who is this course for?
It's designed for bilingual English-Spanish interpreters preparing for state or federal court certification exams, including those already working who want to formalize and elevate their credentials. If you're unsure whether you qualify, request an interview with our instructor.
Take the next step toward court credentials
Request a short interview with our instructor and we'll assess your readiness and map out your path to the exam.
Request your interview