Interpreter Training
LARC offers well-respected interpreter training classes several times a year. Class are conducted virtually via Zoom, conducted by knowledgeable professionals who experience considerable joy teaching others about the art of professional interpreting. Professional interpreters are greatly sought after in the healthcare and education systems and the profession can provide a rewarding career and/or additional income for those individuals who have the interest and abilities.
During the 7-10-week classroom portion of the interpreter training, students learn about a variety of topics including:
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The role of the interpreter
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Interpreting techniques and skills
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Goals of successful interpretation
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National ethics and standards
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Interpreting in a variety of settings
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Terminology that is crucial to specific setting (medical, educational, legal, human services)
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Protocols
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Modalities
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Common interpreting errors
- Legislation, and regulation
Prior to acceptance into the regular or hybrid training program, bilingual individuals are required to take a written and oral proficiency assessment. The written part of the assessment takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete and the oral part of the assessment takes approximately 20 additional minutes. The assessment is in both English and the target language.
Currently, language assessments are scheduled Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM. Assessments are conducted remotely via Zoom. A non-refundable $75 Language Assessment fee is due prior to taking the assessment and can be paid online (see below).
Schedule Language Assessment
2 hr
75 US dollars
Please note, using the online scheduler above requires payment of the assessment fee. If you do not wish to pay the fee at the time of scheduling, please contact us at LARC@dupagefederation.org to discuss alternative methods for scheduling and paying.
Interpreter Training(s)
In addition to interpreter training classes, LARC offers an introductory course for bilingual individuals who currently interpret for their employers when necessary and who would like to improve their skill set and increase their knowledge of the proper techniques and considerations an effective interpreter takes into account when interpreting.
The Intro to Interpreting course is also a great opportunity for bilingual individuals who are considering the interpreting field. The course is a self-paced eLearning module with four live opportunities to interact with your instructor and classmates via Zoom. Participants will be provided with tools and resources to increase their vocabulary and interpreting skill set. Topics include, standards of practice, ethics, protocols, and interpreting methods and techniques.
Please note - Participants who complete the Intro to Interpreting class will receive a certificate of participation. Completion of the class does not qualify a participant to be a trained interpreter.
CLASS PRICES - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE (Interpreter Training only)
Interpreter Training (Virtual -A and -B)
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$650
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Language Assessment Required
Intro to Interpreting
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$365
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Language Assessment NOT Required
Apr 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – Jun 05, 2025, 9:00 PMOnline via Zoom (Tue & Thu)Instructor led virtual class. 80 hrs. training, 60 hrs. classroom / 20 hrs. practicum. Students are required to have successfully passed a language assessment prior to registering for class.
May 03, 2025, 9:00 AM – Jun 21, 2025, 3:00 PMOnline via Zoom (Saturdays)Instructor led virtual class. 80 hrs. training, 40 hrs. classroom / 20 hrs. self-paced / 20 hrs. practicum. Students are required to have successfully passed a language assessment prior to registering for class.
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION