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Orientation to Court Interpreting

October 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 October 17th 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 a day in the life of a staff interpreter, and get a judge's perspective on court interpreters.

October 17th  Orientation to Court Interpreting Program

The May Orientation will be presented over a period of three weeks (September 28 - October 17). The first three weeks will consist of online on-demand activities (not live sessions) that registrants will need to complete prior to the live, online session on October 17th. The third week will include the live, online session on October 17th. In order to successfully complete orientation, registrants will need to complete all three online activities and be prepared to discuss them during the live, online session.

Fees

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






FAQ's

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




Yes, the only way to register for Orientation is 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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Who: Individuals interested in pursuing the Oregon Certified Court Interpreter Credential*

Where: Virtual Via Webex
Orientation Date:
Saturday, October, 17th

Orientation Time: 
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Registration Deadline: 3:00 PM, Friday, September, 25th 
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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.