Advanced Simultaneous Interpreting: 4-Hour Live Training

A live, online course held on February 7, 2026 at 10 AM EST.

The Challenge: Why Simultaneous Interpreting Trips Up Most Candidates

The simultaneous mode of interpreting is one of the most cognitively demanding tasks an interpreter will ever face. Eventually, it is the biggest barrier to pass national certification for healthcare interpreters.

It is not enough to be a good interpreter. In this mode, you must:

• Perform under pressure
• Maintain a steady pace
• Make rapid decisions in real time
• Meet detailed grading standards that you may not be familiar with

Many candidates practice for months and still don’t pass because:

• They don’t know the scoring criteria raters use
• They don’t have a clear system for self-evaluation
• They struggle to maintain consistent performance under timed high-stakes conditions

This workshop is designed specifically to tackle these problems head-on.

The Solution: A Strategic Intensive Led by Mohamad Anwar

This 4-hour live workshop is a focused strategic intervention to help you move from “I practice a lot” to “I practice the right way.” Led by certified professional Mohamad Anwar, you’ll receive targeted, practical training that:

• Zeroes in on the rating metrics that matter for simultaneous interpreting
• Shows you how to practice in a way that actually betters your performance
• Provides you with a clear roadmap for how to keep improving even after the workshop ends.

What Your Enrollment Includes

Every attendee receives access to these essential resources to make sure your 4-hour investment continues to pay off:

• 4 Hours of Live, Interactive Training
  
  • Direct instruction, guided practice, and live Q&A with Mohamad Anwar.
• Standard Rubric Walkthrough
  
  • A plain-language guide to how simultaneous performance is evaluated so you finally understand what evaluators are looking for.
• Self-Evaluation Checklist
  
  • A structured tool you can use to assess your own recordings and track progress long after the session.
• Certificate of Completion
  
  • Proof of 4 hours of professional development (Approved for 4 CEU by CCHI).

Resources You Keep Forever

• The Standard Scoring Rubric – decoded and explained
• Self-Evaluation Checklist – your practice compass
• Error Analysis Framework – identify and fix your weak spots
• Certificate of Completion – 4 CEU’s approved by the CCHI

Technical Requirements

• Stable internet connection
• Computer with webcam and microphone
• Quiet space for 4 hours
• Headphones recommended for optimal audio
• Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Who This Workshop Is For

This 4-hour intensive is designed for:

• Interpreters preparing for national certification exams - Especially those facing the simultaneous portion for the first time or after an unsuccessful attempt.
• Working medical interpreters who struggle with simultaneous mode - You’re solid in consecutive and sight, but simultaneous still feels too fast or too stressful.
• Interpreters who practice a lot but don’t see improvement - You record yourself, you review, but you’re not sure what to listen for or how raters would rate your performance.
• Serious professionals who want a clear strategy, not just more theory - You want concrete tools, targeted drills, and honest guidance on what it takes to enhance your performance.

By the end of this 4-hour intensive, you will be able to:

1. Recognize when simultaneous interpreting is needed especially in medical settings such as mental health and pediatrics, and understand why it’s the appropriate mode in those encounters.

2. Apply core simultaneous interpreting skills between English and your working languageIncluding listening skills, reformulation, pacing, and delivery techniques appropriate for national-level exams.

3. Identify and analyze your own errors and build a personal improvement plan.

4. Use structured error analysis and a personalized practice strategy to strengthen the specific skills you need to raise your performance in simultaneous interpreting.