Language Interpreter Training

Testimonials

The LITC program is an amazing experience and a crucial step if you want to advance or start your career in this field. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a program that will enable you with the skills and the knowledge required in the job market. Thanks to the synchronous (live) classes format, I had the opportunity to exchange experiences and participate in a variety of role plays with my classmates and also have my questions answered by the instructor without the hassle of commuting to the actual campus. The online classes and assignments format also provided an opportunity to work on my online presence and familiarity with the virtual work environment. My learning experience was also enriched by so many important and relevant industry guests who expanded my horizons and opened my mind about the importance and role of a trained interpreter. I am very satisfied with my experience at Humber and very grateful to my instructor and staff that made sure I had the best training and prepared me well for my future endeavours. - Catherine B.

The LITC classes are always filled with both theory and practice. In the online classroom, the instructor has made it a point to organize language pairs where possible and allocate generous portions of time each class for everyone to practice either the different modes of interpretation or the ways to improve them (e.g. memory retention), and through the diligent design of learning goals and assignments she has always encouraged her students to form the long-term habit of accumulating specialized vocabulary and regularly exercising interpretation. For these reasons, the workload will be somewhat on the heavier end, yet at the same time highly rewarding such that you will want to do even more on your own. Finally, the program always brings in various employers and the facilitating agencies in the field to make presentations in the class, so that the students will know what specific skills and competencies they will have to develop and where and how to look for work once finished. From what I can tell the above is also genuinely the observation of my classmates as well, and if you want to become a language interpreter, this is the right program for you. - Lucius Y.M

Even in light of the challenges that educational institutions have faced because of the COVID pandemic, Humber College has surpassed my expectations and has delivered a truly outstanding synchronous online program rich in content and applications. The six courses that comprise the certificate are well designed and the material is user-friendly and covers the key competencies that today’s interpreters need in order to be competitive in this field. In addition to learning about the theoretical aspect of interpretation, ample time is set aside for hands-on learning through discussions and forums, guest speakers, teamwork, and practice exercises and simulations. I recommend this program wholeheartedly. - Julia M.

From the first day I came to Humber College I felt at home, the timing of the program was perfect for my schedule and the program has a comprehensive approach to the interpretation career as a whole with many workshops meant to help the students build better networks and get connected with the job market, and help with resume construction with many tips and advices from hiring professionals in the language services industry.

The staff and the instructors have always stepped up and helped out in every possible way and always made sure the students are doing well, and with the positive enthusiastic atmosphere I was able to boost my confidence and develop my interpretation skills greatly.
I am so glad I made the decision to choose Humber College it was a wonderful experience from registration to graduation!
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend LITC to anyone interested in interpretation services! - Abeer Bkri

I am so grateful to all the management of Humber College who designed the Language Interpreting courses. This certificate is very effective for those who want to be a successful interpreter. The teachers are awesome and motivating. During the program, not only lectures were given but we were given opportunity to visit courts and other areas to observe interpreters working. I highly recommend this program to those who are interested in becoming an interpreter, because it’s worth it. - Sumble Amoon

This program is one of the best college based programs of language interpreter training program in Ontario. You will learn about a lot of materials which will be useful even for your everyday life. The instructors are very well versed and the class environment is friendly, and you have chance to participate in a lot of real life interpreter scenarios. The instructors not only help students to prepare their resume but also invite the most renowned interpreter agency representatives to the class which is a very good opportunity to communicate with them and be ready to get a job at the end of the program. Techniques like note taking can be very useful if you are perusing further study in your life. And last, but not least the class office is in downtown Toronto which is very convenient and cozy. - Afshin Nikravish

Note: These courses do not qualify for General Education courses.