CONTINUED COMPETENCE (CC) PROGRAMS FOR INTERPRETERS
About the Programs
The Continued Competence (CC) Series is a collection of training programs aimed at professional interpreters looking for opportunities to expand their interpreting expertise, acquire skills to interpret in a specific setting and/or to earn PDUs (professional development units) to maintain their membership in various language associations (e.g., OCCI).
The training programs cover a number of specialized topics relevant to working with specific clients or in specific settings. They offer candidates the opportunity to develop their terminology base, background knowledge, and interpreting strategies in a specific context.
These programs are held entirely online and are accessible 24/7. These are self-paced courses that allow learners to control their own learning experience.
The CC series is open to everyone with intermediate computer skills. Please check individual courses for more information on the content, registration, and price (some CC courses are offered for free).
Remote Interpretation Training (RIT)
As more and more assignments are now being offered online, the skills required for remote interpretation assignments are becoming invaluable. This training course provides effective strategies for language professionals to become successful remote interpreters. Language professionals will learn the process of remote interpretation assignments, platform expectations, common challenges and solutions, and performance requirements.
Join the future of interpretation and develop your online skills with our remote interpretation training course!
Course Details
- Fee: $50 + HST
- Hours: 4
- Enrollment Duration: 30 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Cardiovascular Disease Training
for Language Professionals (CVD)
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the main causes of disability and premature death in North America, and all over the world. It is one of the diseases responsible for the increasing cost of healthcare. Given the pervasiveness of the disease, language professionals working in healthcare settings are bound to come across this topic.
This online training course aims to assist interpreters and translators in honing their skills, expanding their knowledge base, and consolidating their vocabulary base within the context of cardiovascular diseases.
Course Details
- Fee: $95 + HST
- Hours: 12
- Enrollment Duration: 90 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Interpreting for LGBTQIA* Newcomers (LGBTQIA*)
An increasing number of refugee claimants are applying for asylum in Canada on the basis of discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Interpreters can be one of the first points of encounter for LGBTQIA* refugee claimants on their arrival to Canada, and the responsibilities and challenges that come with this task are significant.
In this course, learners will gain understanding of issues commonly experienced by LGBTQIA* newcomers and the impact personal values and attitudes can have upon them. They will be provided with opportunities to learn LGBTQIA* terminology and to apply ethical principles to challenging LGBTQIA*scenarios.
Course Details
- Fee: Free
- Hours: 2
- Enrollment Duration: 30 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Interpreting for Survivors of Human Trafficking & Sexual Violence (HTSV)
This training course covers the most important issues interpreters have to be aware of when taking an assignment that involves a survivor of human trafficking and/or sexual violence.
This course ensures that interpreters are well equipped to manage the most common situations they are confronted with and to act in a professional manner in the various contexts where they are called upon to interpret.
Course Details
- Fee: Free
- Hours: 6
- Enrollment Duration: 30 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Anti-Oppression Training
for Language Professionals (AO)
This training course seeks to raise awareness among language professionals about oppression and anti-oppression practices in an effort to reinforce ethical principles of impartiality and professionalism in their work with disenfranchised clients.
The information discussed in the course will be valuable for interpreters working in programs like Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Violence Against Women Prevention, Early Intervention Programs, Partner Assault Response Programs, and Victim/Witness Assistance Programs, among others.
Course Details
- Fee: Free
- Hours: 2
- Enrollment Duration: 30 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Secondary Trauma and Fostering Wellness
for Interpreters
(VOL)
This course was developed on the basis of the training called "Healing Voices: Interpreting for Survivors of Torture, War Trauma and Sexual Violence", a program developed by The Voice of Love (VOL) Project, a non-profit organization that dedicated itself to developing training and resources to support interpreters working with survivors of extreme trauma.
This course explores how interpreting for trauma survivors may affect an interpreter, by identifying factors related to job stress, learning about how to differentiate between secondary trauma and stress, as well as how to become aware of secondary trauma and strategies to prevent or minimize its effect. Lastly, the course reviews self-care techniques, including how to develop wellness goals.
Course Details
- Fee: Free
- Hours: 2
- Enrollment Duration: 30 days
- Credentials Awarded upon Completion: A certificate of completion can be downloaded once a candidate completes all the requirements indicated in the course syllabus.
Testimonials
See what our trainees have to say about the Continued Competence programs
“I already knew most of the terms and concepts before taking this course, but it is still informative, and the key points are well presented.” (LGBTQIA* graduate, 2019)
“The course is an eye opener to concepts that are unfamiliar. It is very comprehensive with helpful resources to prepare and educate interpreters to work with LGBTQIA members.” (LGBTQIA* graduate, 2018)
“It was perfect.” (VOL graduate, 2023)
“EXCELLENT” (HTSV graduate, 2023)
“Amazing content and very educational!” (VOL graduate, 2022)
“Thank you. It was very good.” (HTSV graduate, 2022)
“This is a good overview of remote interpretation options. It was interesting to take this course.” (RIT graduate, 2020)
“This course is a great source of background information combined with lots of translation and interpretation practice.” (CVD graduate, 2022)
Other Professional Development Opportunities
Once you have completed the training, you may consider continuing your education in interpretation.
Below is a list of some colleges and universities that offer language interpreter programs in Ontario.
Humber College – Language Interpreter Training Program
Through Humber’s PLAR process (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition), MCIS graduates can submit an MCIS-issued transcript with a completed PLAR application to Humber College. MCIS grads will be exempt from 4 out of 6 LITC course.
To learn more about the PLAR application for MCIS community interpreter training graduates at Humber College, or to find out more about Humber’s Language Interpreting Training Certificate (LITC) program, click on the buttons below.
LITC Program At Humber College PLAR Application form
To request a training transcript, click here
MCIS Transcripts will be emailed to you and the requesting institution, if applicable, for a fee of $30.00 + HST
Other Post-Secondary Language Interpreter Training Programs
Contact
Training inquires: enrollment@mcis.on.ca
Professional Freelancers Recruitment inquiries: recruitment@mcis.on.ca
