** Please note that registration links will only be available as pre-requisite steps are met **
In the event that you request a refund, please note that a registration fee of $10 per event will be deducted from your refund amount.
Step 1: Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPI)
Step 1: Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPI)
- It is imperative to test the language fluency at a college level for all working languages, without any exceptions, including English native speakers
- Based on availability. To schedule please email interpreters@judicial.state.co.us(link sends email)(link sends email)
Step 2: Pre-Certification Orientation to Court Interpreting
Step 2: Pre-Certification Orientation to Court Interpreting
All applicants must pass the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) before registering for the Orientation to Court Interpreting. This is a two day event.
Both dates must be attended for the successful completion.
- Cost: $100
- Where: Virtual
Email for registration information: interpreters@judicial.state.co.us
Applicant Resources
This training program aims to equip aspiring Court Interpreters with a thorough understanding of the legal process and fundamentals. Some of the focus areas are civics, legal process, Colorado courts, the role of the court interpreter, and Ethics.
Step 3: Written Exam
Step 3: Written Exam
Written Exam Information
- You must have attended the Pre-Certification Orientation
- Cost: $50
- Where: various - see calendar
Written Exam Resources
- WRITTEN EXAM PREP RESOURCES
- Legal glossary to prep for written exam (English only)
- Legal Glossary (find several languages available)
- Spanish bilingual glossary
- Interpreting Qualifications
- Court Interpreting Study Guide References
Step 4: Skills Building Workshop
Step 4: Skills Building Workshop
Skills Building Workshop Information IN PERSON
All applicants must have successfully passed the written exam, taken and passed an OPI, and attended Pre-Orientation to Court Interpreting in order to be eligible to attend the Skills Building Workshop. The Skills Building Workshop is designed to help participants develop effective study techniques and enhance their interpreting abilities across all three modes required for a court interpreter. This workshop is also aimed at assisting individuals in successfully passing the oral exam.
- Cost: $100
- Where: In person
Required Materials
- Laptop with the charger
- Recorder device with charger (you can use your smartphone, make sure you have a recording app and you know how to use it.)
- Wired headset with microphone to connect with your computer.
- Earphones for your recording device
Step 5: Oral Certification Exam
Step 5: Oral Certification Exam
Oral Certification Exam Information
All applicants for the Oral Certification Exam must have successfully passed the written exam, taken and passed an OPI, attended both days of Orientation to Court Interpreting, and attended the Skills Building Workshop.
- Cost: $350.00
- Where: Ralph L. Carr Judicial Center, 1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Oral Certification Exam Resources
Calandar of Events
June 2024
- Step 3: Written Exam - Friday, June 21st @ 12 pm, Colorado Springs, CO IN PERSON East Library (EA) 5550 N. Union Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80918
July 2024
- Step 2: Pre-Certification Orientation July 13 AND 20 (two day orientation) @ 8:45 am to 4:45 pm VIRTUAL
- Step 4: Skills-Building Workshop July 26 **IN PERSON** Empire Park Building 1355 S. Colorado Boulevard, Denver Co 80222. From 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
August 2024
- Step 3: Written Exam - Friday August 23rd @ 12 pm, Glenwood Springs, CO IN PERSON
- Step 5: Oral Exam - Friday August 16th @ Grand Junction, CO IN PERSON
- email here for registration link
- REGISTRATION FOR ORAL EXAM CLOSES ON JULY 5, 2024
October 2024
- Step 3: Written Exam - Friday October 11th @ 12 pm, Montrose, CO IN PERSON
- Step 2: Pre-Certification Orientation October 12 AND 19 (two day orientation) @ 8:45 am to 4:45 pm VIRTUAL
- Step 4: Skills-Building Workshop October 25 IN PERSON Empire Park Building 1355 S. Colorado Boulevard, Denver Co 80222. From 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
November 2024
December 2024
- Step 3: Written Exam - Friday, December 13th @ 12 pm, Denver, CO IN PERSON
- Step 5: Oral Exam - Friday December 6th @ Boulder, CO IN PERSON
- Email here for registration link