
The Sight Translation Exam Prep is designed for bilingual English-Chinese candidates preparing for the sight translation portion of the court interpreter oral examination. This portion of the exam requires candidates to read and comprehend written material in one language while delivering an accurate, clear, and fluent oral rendition in the other.
Throughout the course, students will practice with exam-style materials and timed exercises designed specifically for sight translation preparation. Focused exercises help students strengthen comprehension, sentence analysis, terminology recognition, accuracy, pacing, and oral delivery in both English-to-Chinese and Chinese-to-English sight translation.
Students will also learn practical strategies for identifying key information, processing complex sentence structures, maintaining appropriate pacing, and delivering a clear rendition under timed conditions. Through structured practice and targeted instructor feedback, students can identify areas for improvement and become increasingly familiar with the demands of the sight translation examination.
By the end of the course, students will have a clearer understanding of the sight translation portion of the oral exam and a more structured approach to continued practice and exam preparation.
Who It’s For:
Bilingual English-Chinese candidates preparing for the sight translation portion of the court interpreter oral examination, including first-time test takers and candidates seeking focused practice in English-to-Chinese and Chinese-to-English sight translation.
Our next Sight Translation Exam Prep cohort begins on January 9, 2027. The course provides structured practice, exam-style exercises, and focused feedback to help candidates prepare effectively for this portion of the oral examination.
Enrollment is now open. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Tracy, Jessie, and Mia have all worked in the court interpreting field for many years and have a proven record of success in preparing students for certification exams. As former instructors in the UCLA Extension Court Interpreting Program, they have guided numerous students to pass the California Court Interpreter Exam year after year.
Our instructors not only provide systematic and rigorous in-class training but also share invaluable professional insights and first-hand industry experience to help students excel both in their studies and future careers.
Our classes are conducted online via Zoom, allowing you to receive top-quality, instructor-led training from the comfort of your home. No commute, no boundaries. You are just one click away from advancing your interpreting career.
We offer small class setting, so that every student gets enough attention. Classes will form with as little as three students. Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This course consists of five sessions. Each session lasts 2.5 hours and focuses on intensive skill development through guided practice, real-time interpreting exercises, and targeted feedback.
Sight translation is a skill that improves through consistent, independent study. We recommend setting aside at least one hour each day to read a variety of legal and general materials, such as court documents, news articles, and opinion pieces, in order to expand your vocabulary and sharpen your comprehension.
Regularly practice reading aloud and sight translating short passages, record yourself, and listen back critically. By reviewing your performance and applying the instructor’s guidance, you will gradually enhance your accuracy, pacing, and overall fluency.
Saturday, January 9, 2027 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Saturday, January 16, 2027 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Saturday, January 23, 2027 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Saturday, January 30, 2027 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Saturday, February 13, 2027 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
No Class — Saturday, February 6, 2027
Enrollment for our 2027 courses is now open! Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot!
The tuition for each single course is $850. This includes all instructional sessions, course materials, and personalized feedback from the instructor. Payment confirms your spot in the class, and enrollment is processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
$2,450 for All Three Oral Exam Prep Courses
Prepare for all three interpreting modes of the court interpreter oral examination with one comprehensive exam prep package. The package includes Sight Translation Exam Prep, Consecutive Interpreting Exam Prep, and Simultaneous Interpreting Exam Prep.
Each course provides focused, exam-style practice and targeted instruction for its specific portion of the oral exam. Together, the three courses offer a structured approach to preparing for the complete oral examination.
Please reach us at info@chinesecourtinterpreters.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Sight translation is the process of orally translating a written document from one language to another in real time. It is a key skill for court interpreters, as they are often required to render legal forms, pleas, and judgments on the spot during court proceedings. Sight translation is a required component of the state court interpreter certification exam.
Yes. Sight translation is an excellent starting point for those who are new to court interpreting. It helps students build the essential skills needed for consecutive and simultaneous interpreting later on.
Students will work with a variety of authentic legal documents. These materials mirror the types of documents commonly encountered in both court interpreting and the certification exam.
Absolutely. Sight translation builds skills that are essential for both simultaneous and consecutive interpreting. It improves reading comprehension, speed, and accuracy while training your brain to reformulate complex legal language quickly and clearly, all of which are crucial abilities for real-time interpreting.
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