What is the Consortium for State Court Interpreter Certification?
In 1995, Minnesota and four other states initiated the Consortium for State Court Interpreter Certification, which provides test materials and educational programs, sets standards for interpreter test development, administration, and education, and serves as a forum for information-sharing among members and other interested organizations. The Consortium currently has 28 member states. Interpreters who pass a Consortium proficiency exam for certification in any member state are eligible to apply for certification in Minnesota without having to retake the Minnesota exam. Applicants must complete all requirements for inclusion on the Statewide Roster before applying for certification in the Minnesota State Court System.
