Knowledge Centre on Interpretation

Professional support

Resources for staff and freelance interpreters working for DG Interpretation

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Conference Interpretation

  • Language learning

    Language learning (acquiring new languages and maintaining existing languages) is most important professional support area for interpreters working for DG Interpretation.

  • Thematic knowledge

    Interpreters at DG Interpretation deal with a wide range of complex subjects and need tailor-made support to become familiar with the general context of different domains and detailed topic areas.

  • Professional skills

    Professional skills courses are connected with intepretation technique (e.g. voice coaching), areas where interpreters work outside the booth (selection, pedagogical assistance) as well as ICT.

  • E-learning and online resources

    E-learning allows learning in a flexible manner. DG Interpretation has created E-learning courses for its interpreters on its Learning Portal. In the future, more online content will be available.
    Speech Repository