Program in Translation and Interpreting

The Program in Translation and Interpreting (PTI) at the University of Minnesota is committed to building the capacity of Minnesota institutions, businesses, and public services to communicate with speakers of all languages through written translation and live interpretation of oral interactions.  The PTI offers an educational program for interpreters and translators, including a Certificate in Interpreting with Health Care and Legal specializations.  In addition, the PTI offers publications and training materials free or for purchase and can provide specialized training in areas related to cross-cultural communication.

The Program in Translation and Interpreting is thus active in two interrelated areas: 

  1. course offerings in translation and interpreting, including the Certificate Program in Interpreting; 
  2. services and publications.

Curriculum

The Program in Translation and Interpreting offers a series of courses designed for highly proficient bilinguals from various language communities who want to develop their knowledge and skills for professional translation and interpreting. Courses are offered on the Twin Cities campus of the University of Minnesota and at the University Center-Rochester. A Certificate in Interpreting with specializations in legal and health interpreting care is available for students who satisfactorily complete a prescribed program of study. 

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Services and Publications

The Program in Translation and Interpreting helps employers find interpreters, evaluate interpreter candidates' skills, orient staff to working with interpreters, and can provide initial orientation and continuing education for staff interpreters. Curricular materials developed in the program are available for purchase.

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Minnesota Translation Laboratory

The Minnesota Translation Laboratory (MTL) has been discontinued at the University of Minnesota. However, the services it provided are being carried on by its former director, Dr. Larry Bogoslaw. You may contact him at 952-884-9673.