Spoken Language Interpreting Services

Why spoken language interpreting?

A difference in language shouldn’t slow down people who are otherwise on the same page.

Business has a vernacular of its own. As does healthcare, education, legal proceedings, and other endeavors.

When people are interacting in these environments, there’s no reason why their free-flow of thoughts and ideas should be hampered by the fact they speak different languages.

With the help of professional interpreters, we help draw people together who have much in common except their native tongue.

Our Capabilities

NWI Global facilitates services with credentialed interpreters who are fluent in English and any of over 200 languages you may require.

In addition, we can arrange for you to work with interpreters who have a level of subject matter expertise that pertains to your needs.

This assures their interpretations include the nuance needed in conversations that involve greater detail and subtext.

The credentialed spoken language interpreters with whom we work deliver vibrant, seamless communication between people of different backgrounds in settings that include:

Business & Corporate
  • Company Events
  • Job Interviews
  • Staff Meetings
  • Training Sessions
Education & Learning
  • Classes
  • IEP Meetings
  • Parent-Teacher Meetings
  • Tutoring Sessions
Healthcare & Social
  • Community Interpreting
  • Family Counseling
  • Medical Appointments
  • Social Services
…and More!
  • Attorney-Client Meetings
  • DV Victim Advocacy
  • Legal Aid Services
  • Public Meetings

People who are otherwise on the same page should never have to experience a snag or delay in their ability to communicate their dreams, ideas, concerns, and solutions.

NWI Global negates this frustration by providing in-person spoken language interpreting services that bind people together at a deeper human level.

Serving the Pacific Northwest

Our service area for in-person spoken language interpreting is limited to Washington and Oregon. We may be able to accommodate interpreting requests in other states with advanced notice.

Get the following benefits by securing spoken language interpreters with us:

  • Standard and Rush Availability
  • Single Point of Contact
  • Rapid Response
  • Availability on Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
  • Secure Online Scheduling
  • Certified Interpreters (where available)

Our Interpreter Network

Access our network of over 800 credentialed interpreters in the Pacific Northwest.

Local interpreters available in:

  • Portland
  • Seattle
  • Spokane
  • Tacoma
  • Vancouver
  • And other areas of Washington and Oregon

Top 10 Spoken Languages Served*

1. Spanish
0%
2. Russian
0%
3. Arabic
0%
4. Vietnamese
0%
5. Korean
0%
6. Mandarin
0%
7. Cambodian (Khmer)
0%
8. Punjabi
0%
9. Farsi
0%
10. Tigrinya
0%
Other Spoken Languages
0%

* Actual data for the period January 1 – June 30, 2018.

Sample Pricing

Typically, spoken language interpreting is priced per hour. We consider various factors when quoting spoken language interpreting services. Some of the factors include the type of assignment, service date/time, service location, and client-specific requirements.

Here are some ballpark pricing examples:

Employee Meetings

Assignment Description: Ukrainian-speaking employee participating in weekly meetings
Assignment Type: As needed
Number of Interpreters: 1
Service Date/Time: Scheduled for two hours to take place on a weeknight
Location: Within 25 miles of a major metro area
Minimum: 2-hours
Other Considerations: Mileage fees to be reimbursed by the client
Ballpark Estimate: $180-250 USD

Counseling Sessions

Assignment Description: Spanish-speaking consumer attending counseling sessions
Assignment Type: Short-term, nonrecurring
Number of Interpreters: 1
Service Date/Time: Scheduled for 2.5 hours to take place once per week for 4 weeks
Location: Major metro area, street parking
Minimum: 2-hours
Other Considerations: Parking fees to be reimbursed by the client
Ballpark Estimate: $650-850 USD

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Assignment Description: Multiple families, four different languages spoken
Assignment Type: As needed
Number of Interpreters: 6
Service Date/Time: Scheduled for two hours to take place on a weekday
Location: Suburb
Minimum: 2-hours
Other Considerations: None
Ballpark Estimate: $750-950 USD

Medical Appointments

Assignment Description: Korean-speaking patient going to physical therapy
Assignment Type: Short-term, recurring
Number of Interpreters: 1
Service Date/Time: Scheduled for two hours to take place twice per week for 8 weeks
Location: Suburb
Minimum: 2-hours
Other Considerations: Healthcare certification required
Ballpark Estimate: $1,600-1,900 USD

How much will spoken language interpreting services cost us?

Every event requiring spoken language interpreting services is unique, including yours.

Let’s discuss your event details, so we can provide you with a ballpark estimate.

For most events, we can typically provide a ballpark estimate the same day.

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