There is an ever-growing demand for Spanish interpreters in the Federal Courts. Excellent employment opportunities exist for both staff interpreters and contract interpreters. The Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination, often referred to as the FCICE, is administered in two phases. Candidates may take the examination multiple times if necessary. Eligibility to sit for the oral exam is dependent on successfully passing the written exam. To become federally certified, one must pass both the Written and the Oral examination.

Upcoming Dates:

• Registration for written exam: Feb. 3 - May 2, 2025.
• Written exam administered: May 5-19, 2025.
• Registration for oral exam: June 23 - Aug.1, 2025.
• Oral exam administered: Aug. 4-18, 2025.

For more information, including how to register, and training materials, please go to the FCICE website: Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination.