The National Center for Interpretation

National Center for Interpretation LLC has an exclusive license to provide the interpreter training curriculum developed at the University of Arizona.

We're just getting started! NCI's Past:
The National Center for Interpretation was founded in 1979 at the University of Arizona, with the mission to ensure the rights of people with limited English proficiency here in the United States. In support of that mission, NCI developed three areas of focus: Training, Testing, and Research.
1. NCI became a national leader in interpreter certification tes

03/19/2026

We're bringing back the original CITI logo (back when it was the Summer Institute and then the Agnese Haury Institute)!

Does it bring back any memories for alums? This year the CITI will run May 18-June 26: https://nationalcenterforinterpretation.com/page/citi

02/26/2026

The 2026 Court Interpreter Training Institute (CITI) will be here before you know it (May 18-June 26)! The CITI is designed to improve the interpreting proficiency of Spanish/English interpreters. We hold pre- and post-testing each year to assess the CITI's impact.

In 2024, we took a deeper dive into the pre-/post-test data, which showed a average overall score increase of +14% points. We also found a statistically significant average increase in scores for each interpreting mode:

Sight Translation: +15.5% points
Consecutive: +9% points
Simultaneous: +18% points

We use the pre-test scores to help differentiate instruction for aspiring and experienced interpreters as well, so that we can meet the CITI participants where they are and maximize its impact on their learning. The data for interpreters who were new to the field were predictably compelling, with an average overall increase of +18%. The data for experienced interpreters, including state certified folks preparing for federal certification, were not surprising, but were quite gratifying, with an overall increase of +11% points. By mode, it broke down like this:

Sight Translation: +13% points
Consecutive: +7% points
Simultaneous: +14% points

If you'd like to learn more about the 2026 edition of the CITI, have a look:

Court Interpreter Training Institute

02/19/2026

Welcome to the newest chapter for NCI! I am happy to report that we are up and running again, and gearing up to offer professional development webinars, test prep and self-study materials, and the 2026 Court Interpreter Training Institute! You can find us at https://nationalcenterforinterpretation.com/.

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Let us know how we can help!

01/09/2025

The Glendale City Court is recruiting for a Spanish court interpreter. The court is thrilled to offer a $2,000 hiring bonus to the successful candidate who holds a Tier 3 or Tier 4 level certification from the Arizona Supreme Court Interpreter Credentialing Program. Any questions about the posting may be directed to the hiring court.

Court Interpreter About Us:The City of Glendale is the Judicial Branch of the Glendale City Government and also part of the Arizona Judicial System. The Glendale City Court adjudicates criminal misdemeanors, City Code violations, and certain juvenile offenses committed to the City of Glendale. In cases of domesti...