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)


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