Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander language interpreters are invited to join us online to connect with other interpreters, refresh your skills, and work towards or maintain your certification.
Please RSVP to iip@naati.com.au to sign up for a session and we will send you an invitation, including the link to join.
We also advertise general professional development opportunities on our website here. These are open to translators and interpreters from all languages.
These sessions are designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander language interpreters who are working towards achieving their NAATI certification. They are all delivered online. If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming NAATI certified, email us at iip@naati.com.au to ask about which of these opportunities are suitable.
NAATI prerequisite training courses
Ethical Competency (EC) online course
3 x 2.5hrs via Zoom
Total of 7.5 hours
For interpreters needing to meet the EC prerequisite for NAATI certification tests. Individual testing by appointment after training.
- Oct 13-15, 2025
(Mon-Wed)
Intercultural Competency (IC) online course
3 x 2.5hrs via Zoom
Total of 7.5 hours
For interpreters needing to meet the IC prerequisite for NAATI certification tests. Individual testing by appointment after training.
- August 11-13, 2025
(Mon-Wed) - Oct 27-29, 2025
(Mon-Wed)
CPI test online preparation course
3 x 3hrs via Zoom
Total of 9 hours
For interpreters who have completed Ethical Competency and Intercultural Competency requirements and are preparing for CPI testing.
- Sept 1-3, 2025
(Mon-Wed) - Nov 10-12, 2025
(Mon-Wed)
Professional Development Opportunities
Professional development (PD) opportunities will be displayed below when they are available. These sessions are designed for certified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander language interpreters who are looking to build on their professional skills and maintain their certification by earning PD points. They are all delivered online. Non-certified interpreters and trainers are also welcome to attend, but prior interpreting experience will be assumed.
Interpreting for witnesses in court
Open to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander language interpreters
4 Dec 2023 | 2 hours via Zoom