Education is one of four core values of Minnesota Interpreters and Translators. While MINT does not offer occupational training in Minnesota, we partner with other organizations to assist you. We are committed to supporting training and skills that interpreters and translators need so you may empower our client partners and Limited English Proficiency community members.
Trained professional interpreters and translators are in high demand, and careers as interpreters and translators are ranked among the best.
- According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of interpreters and translators is expected to increase by 4% between 2022 and 2032.
- Interpreters and translators accurately convey information from one language into another language. Interpreters work in spoken or sign language; translators work with written language.
- While licensing and certification is typically not required to work as a community interpreter and/or translator, there is a national 40 hour course, which is considered the minimum training to be considered a qualified interpreter.
- Additionally, there optional certification tests, such as through the American Translators Association (ATA), The Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), National Association of Judiciary Interpreters (NAJIT), National Association of the Deaf (NAD) and the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
Experience is not typically required to start, but initial training and continuing education are essential to be successfull in this field. Content knowledge in the specific field worked is required. At least a bachelor’s degree is recommended. Interpreters and Translators must be proficient in at least two languages and a language profeciency certification is recommended.
Whether you are a bilingual person wondering how to become a professional interpreter or translator, or a seasoned language services professional, MINT is here to help empower you to grow your skills, abilities, and qualifications. MINT can help guide you to the next level, through mentorship, job and experience opportunities and much more. MINT does not provide educational classes directly, but has partnered with organizations to assist you. Earn the 40-Hour Community Interpreting Certificate for FREE. At this training, you not only learn the standards and ethics of professional interpreting, but also get the support of a professional network of fellow language service providers. You can also get your language profeciency testing certificate by clicking on this link through one of MINT’s partners.
Join An Organization of Fellow Linguists
MINT believes in community
WHY: Without a community of support, working as an interpreter and translator can be isolating and lonely. There are organizations such as the Midwest Association of Translators and Interpreters, the Upper Midwest Translators & Interpreters Association, and MINT Education that support you on your professional journey. MINT recommends joining an organization that can help you grow your profession in community.
Get Certified
You already earned a 40-hour training certificate, and now want to take your career to the next level. Get a certification through the American Translators Association (ATA), The Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), National Association of Judiciary Interpreters (NAJIT), National Association of the Deaf (NAD), the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
Get A Language Proficiency Certificate
- MINT has partnered with Language Testing International, exclusive licensee of ACTFL.
- If interested in a language proficiency certificate, click HERE to visit the site for testing. Type MINT (upper or lowercase works) to move forward, register, and take the test.
- Let us know once you have successful attained the certificate to update your credentialing.