Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Interested in becoming a court interpreter in California? This video walks you through the steps to join this in-demand profession.

Learn the difference between certified and registered court interpreters, understand the Bilingual Interpreting Exam (BIE) process, and discover key resources to help you prepare for success. If you're considering a career in court interpretation, this video will guide you through the official path to certification in California.

This video is part of the "Getting Started in the Court Interpreter Profession" series presented by the Court Interpreters Program, part of the Judicial Council of California's Language Access Services.

For additional resources, visit languageaccess.courts.ca.gov/court-interpreters-resources/becoming-court-interpreter