Located in Santa Fe Springs, the Southern California School of Interpretation offers a 154 clock-hour certificate program that can typically be completed in less than one year. Coursework includes interpretation of criminal proceedings and sight translation, and courses are designed to prepare students to sit for the California state and federal court certification exam. Classes may be completed on-site in a traditional classroom setting or online, and quarterly introduction classes are offered at no cost.
The University of Minnesota College of Continuing Education offers interpretation certificate programs in campus locations throughout Minnesota. The program includes courses in sight translation, courtroom conduct, observation of court proceedings and ethical considerations. Classes can typically be completed in one year and are designed to prepare students to sit for the Minnesota state certification exam. The University of Minnesota offers job placement assistance to all graduates, and tuition assistance is available for students who qualify.
The University of Arizona National Center for Interpretation features a comprehensive, self-directed program in the study of legal interpretation. The program consists of three levels of instruction provided in CD form and is designed to allow students to learn at their own pace. The program comes complete with six practice tests, spoken glossaries and coursework in legal terminology, and is designed to prepare students to sit for both the Arizona state and federal court certification exams.
The Center for Interpretation and Translation Studies, located in Honolulu, Hawaii, offers an undergraduate degree in translation and interpretation based on interdisciplinary studies. Studies include principles and fundamentals of court interpretation, research tools and technological aids, computer-assisted translation and the interpreter code of ethics. Campus housing is available, and the school provides career counseling and placement programs to graduates. Financial aid is also available for students who qualify.