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Language Certifications:
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We know the standards, the authorities, and the requirements — and we put that knowledge to work for you.
Certification is a professional credential granted by a recognized authority.
It’s one of the most reliable indicators of a linguist’s skill, confirming they’ve been tested for accuracy, ethics, and subject-matter expertise.
While many private agencies and educational institutions issue language certifications, not all certifications carry the same weight.
The value of a certification depends on who stands behind it. That’s why it’s essential to work with linguists certified by reputable, well-established organizations.
The Most Reputable Certifications in the Country
The translation and interpretation industry has identified the entities below as the most reputable authorities certifying language professionals in the U.S
At Certlingo, every linguist holds at least one of these respected certifications — so you can be confident in the expertise behind your project.
There are two types of court-interpreter certifications in the U.S.
The federal-court interpreter certification is granted by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts (AOUSC) when a candidate passes the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination (FCICE).
The state-court interpreter certification is granted by the judicial branch of each respective state. Like its federal counterpart, the state certification requires a rigorous two-phase examination process which includes a written and an oral exam.
There are two nationally-recognized certifying authorities for medical interpreters in the U.S.
ATA Certified. The Benchmark of Translation Excellence.