The DPSI is a nationally recognised qualification that is widely regarded as the Gold standard for Interpreters. Interpreters with this qualification attend the highest level Interpreting jobs such as in Courts, for the Police, and the Home Office. In addition, they have access to the highest payment rates, as well as the ability to join NRPSI and create…
Meet the great team of experts that create and deliver our live CPD events! We’d love for you to meet our wonderful CPD trainers – a group of immensely talented individuals, professionals in their field, and most importantly – really lovely, relatable people, who are an absolute pleasure to work with! They possess years of…
Do you dream of becoming an interpreter, but want to make sure that your English skills are up to the challenge? We have found the perfect way for you to do just that! Join ESOL Centre for a flexible, online ESOL course aimed at precisely at the skills level you need and perfect your English!…
The UK’s Ukraine Language Support Task Force collates language support resources for refugees and those in the communities around them. NEW! Language support guidance from Council of Europe Council of Europe has published a host of resources aimed at supporting the linguistic integration of refugees from Ukraine in public services, schools, and the workplace: Supporting…
ISL’s innovative CPD training subscription service has already helped hundreds of linguists improve their terminology and skills! Here are some recent linguist testimonials: ‘I find the CPD sessions very informative reminder and I can only thank whoever though about those sessions and well done. It is definitely a helpful tool specially those who are new…
A new PAIT scheme update has just been published. This update covers, amongst others: PAIT Go LivePAIT ListRegistering for PAITPAIT Specification Table The update provides key information for interpreters and translators on how to become PAIT-registered, which police forces fall under the PAIT scheme, as well as vetting matters. For the full update, see this…
Don’t worry, you are not alone. Every day we receive phone calls from members of the public, inquiring about how to get started as an interpreter. It’s unlike any other job and therefore entering this particular field of work can seem a little bit overwhelming. We’ve put together a short list of the key points…
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A new PAIT scheme update has just been published. This update covers, amongst others: Procurement UpdatePAIT Scheme UpdatePAIT Go LivePAIT List The update provides key information for interpreters and translators on how to become PAIT-registered, which police forces fall under the PAIT scheme, as well as an update on rates. For the full update, see…
You may have noticed from the prevalence of colourful posts on social media that February marks LGBTQ+ History Month. As interpreters, we regularly interact with people of all various nations, races, religions, sexual orientation and other key defining characteristics. It is therefore especially important to be aware of equality and diversity policies and procedures, both…
Accredited training specialist, the International School of Linguists Limited (ISL) is the first such company to secure PAIT approval for its police CPD training courses. Through the Police Approved Interpreters and Translators (PAIT) scheme, interpreters and translators who hold the required vetting, qualifications and experience will be approved by Leicestershire Police to undertake police assignments…
Welcome to our new series of micro-blogs. In these posts, we will highlight the key messages that came out of our live CPD events to bring to you an idea of the types of content we cover. This week, we have a guest reviewer – Kate Ong, a current Level 6 Diploma in Community Interpreting…
