As our regular readers will know, here at the International School of Linguists (ISL) our aim is to help to raise the standards of professional linguists. In addition to our range of nationally recognised interpreter qualifications, we aim to build up a number of free educational videos, podcasts, round table discussions and webinars. The subjects of the sessions…
The International School of Linguists (ISL), the specialist training and testing provider for the language services sector, has won a major accolade for its work supporting interpreters. The Leeds-based company took the silver award for ‘Best Online Distance Learning Programme at the Learning Technologies awards, a prestigious international showcase for the learning and development sector.…
Here at ISL we have put together 5 top tips to help anyone considering taking the leap and accepting their first Legal Interpreting booking. 1. Terminology Imagine yourself in a court room, interpreting between the Judge and the accused, and the Judge says a complex legal term and you have no idea what this means…
The International School of Linguists (ISL) is widening access to the Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI), making it affordable for the first time and increasing the frequency of examinations from once or twice per year to every month. ISL’s aim is to increase the number and quality of linguists who are available to deliver…
This is one of the most common questions we get asked here at ISL and there is no right or wrong answer. You can pick whatever options you please. However, for those students wanting to undertake the more higher paid, demanding and complex assignments such as the Police and Courts, there are certain options that…
Is it possible to learn English in adulthood? What myths prevent us from learning foreign languages and how to achieve quick results? The answers are below! The older you are, the more tools you can apply to achieve your goals. However, the greatest reason for unwillingness to learn English in adulthood is the next three…
At ISL, we are really keen on receiving feedback from our customers and students as this allows us to continually grow and develop as a business and improve the services we offer. We are delighted to announce that our first Level 6 Diploma in Community Interpreting student, Elona, has had all of her work signed…
Have your learning experiences published and win We are running a competition to find out more about your learning experiences with ISL. Since you studied and achieved an Interpreting qualification with us, we would love to know about your experiences. Have you got any particular experiences you would like to share? What challenges did you face and how did…
Have your learning experiences published We are running a competition to find out more about your learning experiences with ISL. If you are currently studying an Interpreting qualification with us, we would love to know about your experiences. Have you got any particular experiences you would like to share? What challenges are you facing and…
At ISL we have found that this is a very common question. Which is the best way to study: online (also known as distance learning) or classroom? It’s not easy selecting the ideal option as there are many factors to consider; flexibility, travel arrangements, cost etc. Having personal experience studying both online and classroom and…
Undoubtedly, parents want the best for their children. And that’s why almost every up-to-date adult wants his/her kid to know English, a global language that opens countless opportunities regardless of your origin and place of residence. Some parents are really obsessed with the idea to start teaching their kids as early as possible. But…
16 February, 2017 New qualification launched to help address shortage of skilled Linguists in the public sector The International School of Linguists (ISL) has launched a new qualification that will help to address the national shortage of skilled interpreters and translators servicing the public sector. Recognised by the National Register of Public Service Interpreters (NRPSI)…
