Induction Programs
This is a list of opportunities providing novice interpreters support as they enter the field. The information was provided by the organizations administering the programs. Click here to submit a program for inclusion in the directory.
If you are searching by location, we recommend searching for both national programs and those that operate specifically within your state. To find national programs, search on the word “national”. If you are looking for programs that operate in your specific state, enter the full state name or the two letter abbreviation (example: “Vermont” or “VT”). Some programs may be local, only providing opportunities within a given state.
| Organization/Agency Name | Sorenson |
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| Name of Program | Connections |
| Description of the Program | The goal of Connections is to provide structured support for specific linguistic feature development and interpreting process enhancement — skills which are needed to level up as an interpreter. Participants in Connections have the option to engage in any or all of these opportunities: small group mentoring with deaf mentors, a six module self-paced course, and the ability to participate in interactive, skills-based webinars each month. Sorenson’s investment in all interpreters increases the chance that Deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind people everywhere are experiencing connection through the power of the world’s signed and spoken languages. |
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| Deadlines for Application | Application to Sorenson, Screening, Rolling admission, On-Demand |
| Duration of the Program | 6-18 months |
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| What is the geographic area of your program? | National |
| Detailed description of geographic area | US (including Puerto Rico), Canada |
| Is there a fee for application, or for joining the program? | No |
| Is there an opportunity for doing paid interpreting work in the program? | No |
| Website for Program | ultipro.com |
| Is mentoring available? | Yes |
| Contact Person: Name | n/a n/a |
| Contact Person: Phone #1 | (000) 000-0000 |
| Contact Person: Email | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |