One of my online course alumni recently asked, "What are the main reasons for the low pass rate on the ATA certification exam?" (currently about 20%, although results vary by language). And in general, why do so many people fail translation and interpreting certification exams? Various sources quote … [Read more...] about Why do so many people fail translation and interpreting certification exams?
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Preparing for the state-level court interpreter certification exam
Eve Bodeux and I already recorded an episode of Speaking of Translation on this topic, but a few readers have asked me for a written post, so here you go! It's long, but I hope it will be helpful to other people who want to take the state-level court interpreter certification exam, especially if you … [Read more...] about Preparing for the state-level court interpreter certification exam
Translation credentials: what are they and do you need them?
Here's a very common question from my beginning translation students: "Do I need a...(Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, translation certificate, translator certification, etc.)" with corollaries such as "Am I better off getting a foreign language MA or a translation certificate?" "If I don't have … [Read more...] about Translation credentials: what are they and do you need them?
Some thoughts on ATA certification
On the Colorado Translators Association e-mail list, we recently had a lively discussion about ATA certification, which got me thinking about some of the pros, cons and issues associated with the ATA certification exams. In the spirit of disclosure, I am both ATA-certified (failed the practice test, … [Read more...] about Some thoughts on ATA certification
Obtaining your Certified Translator seal
At the beginning of August, Portuguese translator/interpreter Cris Silva wrote about her newly-obtained ATA-certified translator seal. This is an exciting development for all of us CTs (as ATA-certified translators can now call themselves!): a great addition to a certified translator's marketing … [Read more...] about Obtaining your Certified Translator seal