MODULE 5
Interpreting – New Technologies, Challenges and Opportunities
Interpreting is being transformed by speech recognition, live transcription, and computer-assisted interpreting tools, but the human interpreter remains invaluable. This session explores AI and the latest technologies that can assist interpreters in their work, the challenges they represent and the new competencies required.
You will learn about the integration of speech recognition, live transcription, and computer-assisted interpreting tools that streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
You’ll gain a forward-looking view of interpreting, helping you stay up-to-date with the tools of the trade.
Your Competitive Edge
After This Module
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Harness Technology to Enhance Your Interpreting Practice
Speech recognition, live transcription, and computer-assisted interpreting tools are no longer optional, they’re becoming part of the interpreter’s daily toolkit.
This module gives you a practical overview of how these technologies work and how to use them to your advantage. Instead of seeing them as threats, you’ll learn how they can streamline your workflows, improve accuracy, and open the door to new interpreting contexts where speed and precision are essential.
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Build the Skills Clients Will Expect Tomorrow
As the industry evolves, so do client expectations. This session highlights the new competencies interpreters need, from mastering digital platforms to adapting communication styles in hybrid or tech-mediated settings.
By understanding these shifts now, you’ll be ready to position yourself as a future-proof professional who not only keeps pace with change but also anticipates it. This proactive approach will give you a competitive edge in a market that increasingly values adaptability.
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Navigate Ethics and Inclusivity in a Changing Landscape
Technology in interpreting doesn’t just affect workflows, it reshapes ethics, inclusivity, and professional standards. This module helps you reflect on these issues while providing strategies to safeguard quality and fairness in your work. By engaging with these wider conversations, you’ll not only strengthen your professional credibility but also demonstrate to clients and colleagues that you are committed to upholding the integrity of the profession as it evolves.
Now, you can benefit from the same proven framework, adapted specifically for freelancers. Instead of feeling lost, overwhelmed or replaceable, you’ll gain the practical tools and strategies to stay ahead of your competition, show clients your added value, and turn AI from a threat into a powerful ally.
