Council backs changes to interpreter certification testing to expand pipeline

Oct 16, 2026

The council approved recommendations to allow up to two‑year carryover of passed exam sections, require pretest orientation and screening (OPE), and apply a one‑time retroactive carryover for eligible candidates dating to 2023 to address an interpreter workforce shortage.

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The Judicial Council voted to modify certification testing procedures to help grow the pool of certified court interpreters.

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