Prepare for Your CILISAT Certificate Exam
Community Interpreter Language and Interpreting Skills Assessment Tool (CILISAT)
Get certified in your consecutive interpreting mode and sight translation competences.
The CILISAT was developed to evaluate the language and interpretation proficiencies of community interpreters.
The exam assesses an interpreter's competence in two specific areas: consecutive mode interpreting and sight translation. Additionally, it measures an interpreter's proficiency in their working languages—English and their other working language chosen for the examination.
Candidates with a solid foundation in interpreter training and practical experience should find the CILISAT exam well within their capabilities. However, those lacking a strong educational background in interpreting or who do not feel confident in their experience may benefit from further training or personalized mentorship coaching. The Interpreter's Lab is here to help.
For those interested in pursuing additional training or coaching, The Interpreter's Lab offers a range of services and training programs to suit your needs.
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This certification assesses language and interpreting skills with the following tests:
- Interpreting from English into one of 50 selected CILISAT languages
- Interpreting from the selected language into English
- Sight translation from English into the selected language
- Sight translation from the selected language into English
CILISAT results can:
- Demonstrate the competencies required for community interpreter roles
- Complement The Interpreter’s Lab training programs as part of your professional credentials
- Support your application for associate membership under the Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council
You can complete your CILISAT assessment exam at The Interpreter’s Lab, an authorized testing centre. Our tests are graded by independent markers. You must score a minimum of 75% to achieve certification.