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Orientation to Court Interpreting

May Orientation to Court Interpreting

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Do you want to be a certified court interpreter?

Have you ever wondered what makes a good court interpreter, or if court interpreting is the career for you?

If so, you should attend the May 2nd Orientation to Court Interpreting. The orientation will help provide answers to those questions, and by attending you will:

  • Fulfill one required step towards gaining OJD Court Interpreter Certification.
  • Become familiar with the skills and abilities necessary to interpret in court and court interpreter ethics.
  • Learn about the criminal, civil and juvenile court processes, and get a judge's perspective on court interpreters.

May 2nd  Orientation to Court Interpreting Program

The May Orientation will be presented over a period of three weeks (April 12th - May 2nd). The first three weeks will consist of online activities (not live sessions) that registrants will need to complete prior to the in-person session on May 2nd. The third week will include the in-person session on May 2nd. In order to successfully complete orientation, registrants will need to complete all three online activities and be prepared to discuss them during the in-person session.

Written Exam Opportunity

The Written Exam will be administered on Sunday, May 3rd in Salem, Oregon. Candidates who sign up for the Written Exam and Orientation will receive a $10.00 discount on their total registration fee. More information about the Written Exam can be found online


Fees

Oregon Resident Nonrefundable Orientation Fee: $100.00
Non-Residents: $150.00

Oregon Resident Nonrefundable Written Exam Fee: $65.00
Non-Residents: $195.00

Oregon Resident Nonrefundable Fee if attending both: $150.00
Non-Residents: $330.00






FAQ's

Nonrefundable Orientation Fee: Oregon Residents: $100.00
Non-Residents: $150.00




​Yes, click here​​​ to register online. ​


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The pre-Orientation assignments will be conducted via TedEd. In order to participate you will need access to a computer, reliable internet service, and will need to register for a TedEd account. More details will be provided upon receipt​ of registration. 
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No, you can choose to attend one or the other - if you choose to do both you will receive a $10.00 discount on your total registration fee. 


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More information about the Written Exam, including the criminal history check requirement can be found online. 

If you register for the Written Exam, we will provide you a link to complete the criminal history check securely​ online.




Who: Individuals interested in pursuing the Oregon Certified Court Interpreter Credential*

Where: Salem, OR
Orientation Date:
Saturday May 2nd

Orientation Time: 
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Registration Deadline: 3:00 PM, Friday, April, 10th 
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*Eligible candidates must speak a language that is available for Certification


Note - completing Orientation and taking the Written Exam  do not fulfill the complete requirements to become an Oregon Certified Court Interpreter, and are not guarantee of a job or work.