Working With Interpreter Training (WWIT)

The role of an Aboriginal interpreter is to make sure you and your Aboriginal clients who don't speak English as a first language:

• can understand each other
• have meaningful communication.

If you’re a service provider, you can access training to improve this communication. This is provided by the Aboriginal Interpreter Service (AIS).

Find out more below.

What the workshop covers

A standard workshop is 90 minutes and includes:

• introduction to how different languages work
• overview of Aboriginal languages spoken in the Northern Territory
• why context is important in communication
• how to avoid common areas of miscommunication
• how to communicate in plain English
• how to work with an interpreter
• practical tips for booking and using interpreters.

How to book

You can arrange a session by filling in the training request form.

Training can be delivered at:

• your organisation or
• an AIS office.

You can also book by filling in and submitting the training request form below.

Training request form DOCX (362.1 KB)
Training request form PDF (197.9 KB)