ATA certification offers objective evidence that a translator possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a quality translation.

To earn ATA certification, a translator must pass a challenging three-hour proctored exam. The exam assesses the language skills of a professional translator: comprehension of the source-language …

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Feb 25, 2026 · Translation and interpreting are exciting yet challenging careers. ATA has everything you need to get your career started right.

This e-book is for anyone new to the translation profession. Whether you’re currently studying translation, a recent graduate, or making a career change, this e-book will help you start off on the …

The exam is a three-hour, open-book, proctored exam, designed to test your ability to meet certain translation standards.

Guide to Starting Out as a Translator ATA also offers an e-book to help launch your success as a translator.

The ATA certification exam is rigorous and demanding. So, what can you do to prepare and—more importantly—pass the test? ATA certification attests to a high level of professional competence and …

May 17, 2022 · New to Translation? If so, this exam is NOT for you! If you are a newcomer to this field, ATA has resources for you.

Look for ways to gain more translation experience and improve proficiency skills. ATA provides strategies, articles, and advice from successful exam candidates and graders.