Professional Organizations
Below is a list of professional organizations focused on language access. It includes certifying bodies in the U.S., as well as international, national, and state-level professional organizations. Each offers a wealth of information and opportunities to learn and contribute to the field! If we’ve missed something, or one of the links is broken, please let us know: nci@nationalcenterforinterpretation.com

 
 
Certifying Bodies

Court Interpretation:
For state court programs, Google  "[your state] court interpreter certification program”

Medical Interpretation:


Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpretation:
For other state programs, Google "[your state] deaf and hard of hearing services"

Conference Interpreting:

Professional Translation and Interpretation Organizations

International Organizations:

National Organizations:

State/Regional Organizations (e.g., Midwest, New England, Northwest):

Arizona

California

Colorado

Delaware

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Michigan

Midwest

North Carolina

Nevada

New England

New Mexico

New York

Ohio

Oregon

South Carolina

Tennessee

Texas

Utah

Washington

Wisconsin