Office of Language Access (OLA) Zoom Training Webinar for Translators and Interpreters: What is a Check Interpreter? The role of professional interpreters in the age of AI interpretation and translation
Posted on Mar 18, 2026 in OLA PostsDate & Time: Saturday, April 4, 2026, • 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (HST)
Location: Zoom Webinar
Workshop Overview
Interpreters will learn and practice the essential functions of a check interpreter, especially when collaborating with or reviewing AI-generated interpretations and translations. This session focuses on maintaining accuracy, ethics, and professional standards in an evolving technological landscape.
Featured Speaker: Christopher Dimmick
Christopher Dimmick has dedicated his career to facilitating international communication since 1990. He holds a degree in Spanish Translation and Interpretation and has interpreted in every U.S. state and in more than 21 countries.
As a Master-Level Certified Spanish Court Interpreter (Hawaii Tier 6, Idaho, Oregon) and a nationally Certified Medical Interpreter – Spanish (NBCMI), Chris brings extensive experience across legal, diplomatic, business, medical, and agricultural settings.
His professional highlights include interpreting for presidents, ambassadors, diplomatic summits, and international television broadcasting. As an interpreter trainer and performance consultant, he has trained more than 7,000 interpreters across the U.S. and seven countries.
Registration
Cost: Free (registration required)
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/esxdqGIHSVeDyw33haH_Iw#/registration
Hosted Via Zoom
Join us for an engaging and practical session designed to support interpreters navigating the intersection of human expertise and AI technology.