Course Description

Are you bilingual and want to become a professional interpreter? Or, are you a professional interpreter looking to optimize your career? 

Professional interpreters are in high demand in our global marketplace by NGOs, embassies, multinational corporations, TV stations, diplomatic missions and international conferences.

This 3.5 hour interpreter training workshop will give you access to the skill sets required for you to be a successful professional interpreter. The workshop is designed for you to experience what it’s like to be an interpreter. You will learn the skills required for sight, consecutive, and simultaneous interpreting.  

In addition to a long list of skills, you will learn how to conquer your fear of public speaking, which is one of the most critical skills for those seeking to become professional interpreters.

You will also learn about the different work opportunities available in the field and how to market yourself as an interpreter.

This workshop is specifically designed for Arabic / English language interpreters.

Meet the Instructor

Muhannad Haimour

Muhannad Haimour is the Founder and CEO of the Arab American Language Institute and the Haimour Group. Muhannad has over 20+ years of international experience in consulting, translation and interpreting. He worked as a Conference Level Interpreter with the US Department of State – Office of Language Services where he worked with many delegations from the Arab world and interpreted high profile meetings with public officials, including heads of state. Muhannad was one of the first to develop a training workshop for Arabic/English court interpreters which was endorsed by the Michigan Supreme Court. Muhannad was an Adjunct Instructor at MaryGrove College in Detroit, Michigan where he taught Business Translation. Throughout his career working in many different positions, Muhannad always maintained his passion for the interpreter profession. He learned from the best and worked with some of the most renowned interpreters in the world, and has always been keen to share his personal experience.

Hear From Previous Students

5 star rating

Excellent interpretation course

Marina Khalil

This course is very useful for people who aspire to be professional interpreters. It gives them the basics and very important tips and advice. Mr. Haimour is...

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This course is very useful for people who aspire to be professional interpreters. It gives them the basics and very important tips and advice. Mr. Haimour is an excellent instructor. He explains everything very clearly and in a structured way.

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome

    • Welcome to Learn How to Become a Professional Interpreter: For Arabic/English Languages
  • 2

    Webinar

    • Module 1

    • Module 2

    • Module 3

    • Module 4

    • Module 5
  • 3

    Post Webinar Review

    • Quiz

    • Feedback Survey

Student Access

Student access on this platform is limited the same as if attending a live class.

  • Our 40 hour courses include 6 months of access. All other courses can be accessed for 3 months.

  • We want to help you get the most out of our classes. If you need additional time please contact us.

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