What do I need to do to be eligible to take the interpreter test?
First-time candidates must: A. Take and score at least 70% on the written test. B. Attend the Orientation Seminar. C. Fill out and mail an application to the LSS, along with payment. Applicants who move after submitting an application and before being tested should advise the LSS of the change in address immediately via e-mail at Langsvcs.mailbox@njcourts.gov. Repeat candidates who scored below 50% on any section or below 55% across all sections of the oral exam must: A. Wait 12 months to take the test again. B. Complete, with a grade of B or better, a three-credit college course at least half of which focuses on the simultaneous mode of interpretation or an equivalent on-line course approved by LSS; C. Provide proof of having completed the course and the grade earned by submitting either the original notice of grade from the college/university or an original transcript issued by the college/university or certificate of completion of the on-line course; and D. Submit a new application and fee. Repeat candidates who have reached the Journey level and wish to attain the Master level must: A. Wait 12 months to take the test again. They may submit a new oral exam application any time within the last few months of that year of ineligibility; and B. Submit applicable fee.