Webinar Description

Take your interpreting expertise to the next level with this focused two-part series designed for professional legal interpreters. Whether you’re preparing for higher-level exams or simply want to refine your craft, these webinars will give you the advanced techniques and strategies you need to excel.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your interpreting skills and stand out in your field. Reserve your spot today!

Part 1: Advanced Sight Translation for Interpreters

Sharpen your sight translation skills and elevate your professional performance. This session will help you:

  • Cultivate highly automated reading skills for faster, more accurate delivery

  • Optimize cognitive processing and mental management techniques

  • Perfect oral delivery with guided public speaking drills

Meet the Instructor

Instructor

James Plunkett

James Plunkett is a nationally-known interpreter instructor and trainer of trainers. He is certified by the U.S. Administrative Office of the Courts for Spanish and and by the Florida Administrative Office of the Courts for Portuguese. In his 31 years of professional experience, he has worked as a staff interpreter for the 13th Judicial Circuit in Florida and as the Coordinator of Interpreting Services and Language Access Program for the District of Columbia Courts. He is a staff interpreter of the U.S. District Court in Tampa, Florida. He holds a BA degree in General Social Studies from Providence College. He was raised in Lima, Peru. He also communicates in intermediate French and basic Italian.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the webinar!

    • Webinar Description
  • 2

    Webinar Replay

    • Advanced Interpreting Techniques: Part 1

    • Thanks for watching!