This program is designed to train interpreters who work throughout the justice system. Only signed language interpreters who already hold certification are eligible for this program. Although signed language interpreters are not required to go through the screening tests, they are required to fill out our online admission application and provide proof of certification.

In addition, Registry of Interpreter for the Deaf (RID) certified interpreters will be able to earn RID CEUs for participating in our programs through RID's Independent Study program. Participants will be responsible for initiating this process with a Certification Maintenance Program Sponsor. This program is also an excellent starting point for those interested in taking the Special Certificate: Legal (SC:L) test with RID.

Attorneys, experienced certified signed language interpreters, and certified spoken language interpreters and translators with a variety of backgrounds have designed this interdisciplinary curriculum. The program also includes an internship.

Our Justice System Interpreting Certificate Program includes:

• English legal terminology
• Analysis of legal terminology for effective interpretation
• Ethics & roles of the interpreter throughout the justice system
• Experience through an internship
• Preparation to work as interpreters in any setting within the justice system

Courses

Introduction to NMCLA & Online Learning

MODULE I : Introduces students to the Moodle platform and the online environment.

Ethics & Best Practices

MODULE II : Provides students with additional field-specific ethical considerations.

Justice System Interpreting

MODULE I : Introduces students to fundamental legal concepts, terminology and signs, and the NM and federal legal systems. Continues with further interpreting practice.
MODULE II : Continues with intensive interpreting practice with a higher degree of specialization.

Internship

We are currently working on developing the internship's structure and network.

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

Duration: 12 weeks + internship
Our next session is schedule to start in the Spring of 2010.
Please visit us again for more information and tuition.

* previously called Bilingual Communication