Exams

Please refer to the Exam Procedures section of the Exams page for information on this process (i.e., how to apply, when, where, how much, etc.). Any questions regarding your registration must be submitted to mail.

Please refer to the Exam Dates section of the Exams page for information exam locations.

You can test as many times as you wish; however, if you fail the exam, you must wait at least 6 months before you can re-take it.

A passing score on the written examination is valid for 2 years. An applicant who does not become licensed during that 2-year period must take the orientation course and pass the written examination again. (Note: You must pass the written exam prior to taking the oral exam.)

You must score 60-69% on each part of the oral examination to obtain a Basic Designation.

You must score 70% or higher on each part of the oral examination to obtain a Master Designation.

Please refer to the Exams page for information on this process.

Please see the list of Exam Languages on the Exams page of our website.

The written examination will measure English comprehension, court terminology, and ethics. The oral examination will measure foreign language competency in sight, sequential and simultaneous interpretation.

Please refer to the Exam Language & Other Information section on the Exams page of our website. 

It is best to wait until you receive written notification of the date and time for your scheduled exam.