Find the Best Type of Exam For You
Exam sittings are available in person and online from April to September, with an additional in-person exam held at the ATA Annual Conference.
- You must be an ATA member to register for an exam. Join ATA now.
- Exams are for experienced translators or interpreters. Find out if you are prepared.
- There are specific software and hardware requirements for exams. See the requirements.
- Only specific resources are permitted for use during an exam. See list of resources.
- In-Person Exam sittings have a maximum capacity and can sell out. There are no waitlists for sold-out exams. Check the in person exam status here.
- You must register by the deadline. See exam details for the specific deadline.
ATA Certification Exams are for ATA Members Only
The exam registration fee is $525 per exam.
If you are not an ATA member, you can join now.
ATA memberships are not refundable.
In-Person Exams
If an exam is not available in your area, contact your local chapter to request one.
Schedule Your In-Person Exam
The exam registration fee is $525
Additional in-person exams will be posted as they are confirmed.
Important Requirements
There are specific software and hardware requirements for online exams. Before you register, make sure you have everything you need. See all requirements and restrictions.
Online Exams
This is an online, on-demand exam that you schedule yourself.
Schedule Your Online Exam
The exam registration fee is $525.
After you register, you will be emailed instructions for how to schedule your exam.
You have 30 days from the time you register to schedule and take the online exam.
Deadlines
- The deadline to register for an online exam is August 30, 2024.
- The deadline to take the online exam is September 30, 2024.
Important Requirements
There are specific software and hardware requirements for online exams. Before you register, make sure you have everything you need. See all requirements and restrictions.
How to Prepare for the Exam
Exam-taking strategies, articles, checklists, and additional advice have been gathered from successful candidates and exam graders. Find out more.
Take a Practice Exam
The practice test is an excellent way to measure your readiness for the exam. It consists of an exam passage from a previous year and is designed to provide a practical introduction to the nature of the exam and how errors are marked. Read more here.
New to Translation?
This exam is not for you! If you are not yet an experienced, professional translator and are looking for ways to get started in the field, check out our resources for newcomers.