Core Community Interpreter Training Program

“I found that the program was well structured. The foundational module with its emphasis on the Interpreter's Code of Ethics was a key element for me. It made it very evident that strict observance of the Code will enable me, as a future interpreter, to carry out every engagement successfully. Also, I found the glossaries provided in both the Legal and Medical modules to be a very useful base on which I can build my own lexical database to serve me in the future. Finally, the Legal and Medical modules were well presented. They offered a helpful and very practical introduction to both areas. The unit devoted to medical terms is also of great value to me.” (OLIT graduate 2023)

“The Online Language Interpreter Training course offered by MCIS exceeded my expectations. I found the course content and delivery to be appropriate at this level. MCIS cleverly made the Interpreter’s Code of Ethics the central element of the first section, Fundamentals of Interpreting. Then the Legal Interpretation module was introduced in the second section, followed by the Medical Interpretation module in the third section. Both modules were presented in a straightforward and practical manner, accompanied with extensive glossaries for both modules. I found the glossaries to be particularly useful for they form the basis of my own personal lexical database in both areas. I am confident that MCIS’ Online Language Interpreter Training course has helped to prepare me to make the career change that I have planned so carefully. I will certainly enrol in advanced interpreter training courses as well as in the translation programme.” (OLIT graduate, May 2023)

“I’ve recently earned and finished the Online Language Interpreting Training with MCIS, and I can’t express enough how thankful I am to MCIS for this opportunity. The training was really well-put together, and it was an amazing tool to expand my knowledge and grow in my career as an interpreter.  I loved how it was well organized in sections, and specifically the medical module was great at describing prefixes and suffixes of some common medical terms that were totally unknown to me, and having that tool helped me connect the dots to basically understand any medical terminology even when I’m not super specialized in a specific branch of medicine. This turned out to be an invaluable tool for working in medical settings. I also loved how Mental health module was included and how important it is. It was useful to learn how to draw the line on assignments that may impact my impartiality and prevent vicarious trauma while learning the techniques to keep myself safe, and prioritizing self care was really handy when facing mental health setting in my day-to-day work. It helped me be stronger and ethical with my work. I love my job and would definitely continue to upgrade my skills with MCIS programs to grow professionally and reach more people I can help. Thank you so much!”