This program is designed to train interpreters who already work or would like to work as informal or community interpreters throughout the justice system. Bilingual employees within the judiciary are ideal candidates for this program. Attorneys, and experienced certified court interpreters and translators with a variety of backgrounds have designed this interdisciplinary curriculum.

Our Justice System Language Access Specialist* Certificate Program includes:

• Development of interpreting skills (consecutive and simultaneous interpreting, and sight translation)
• English legal terminology
• Language-specific legal terms and expressions
• Translation of common forms and waivers
• Ethics & role of the bilingual communicator throughout the justice system
• Cultural competency
• Preparation to work as bilingual communicators in a variety of settings

This program is available for the following languages:
Spanish + Vietnamese + Chinese + Arabic + Navajo

Courses

Introduction to NMCLA & Online Learning

MODULE I : Introduces students to the Moodle platform and the online environment.
MODULE II : Introduces students to the program. Explores the profession and career paths.

Fundamentals of Translation & Interpreting

MODULE I : Provides the students with fundamental translation and interpreting concepts and theory. Introduces students to the three modes of interpreting.
MODULE II : Continues with the three modes of interpreting and further practice.

Ethics & Best Practices

MODULE I : Introduces students to fundamental ethical considerations.
MODULE II : Provides students with additional field-specific ethical considerations.

Justice System Interpreting

MODULE I : Introduces students to fundamental legal concepts and terminology, and the NM and federal legal systems. Continues with further practice of the three modes of interpreting.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete the program.

Duration: 12 weeks
Tuition: $1,500
Our next session is scheduled to start in the Fall.
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* previously called Bilingual Communication