DPSI Law Intensive
Get qualified by the end of the year.
For experienced interpreters ready to fast-track to level 6
and sit the November 2026 exams.
Apply for the October Intake
How It Works
September: Self-Study
You’ll receive all your study materials to begin building your knowledge of legal settings and specialised terminology, in your own time, at your own pace. This month you read, research and prepare for the 4-week intensive theory and practice.
October: 4-week Intensive
4 live Saturday group tutorials covering key legal settings.
+ 8 private sessions with a tutor in your language, twice per week, focussed entirely on your practise and progress.
November: Sit the Exam
DPSI Online Dates: 10th & 11th November [all information will be included in your course]
CIoL Dates: 17th-21st & 25th November [you will need to have booked your exam before enrolling]
Latest Update
The industry is changing. That’s good news for you.
From October 2026, the MoJ requires Level 6 qualifications for court and complex legal work. The interpreters who qualify now will already be there – on the register, taking better paid assignments, building the career they’ve been working towards.
This is your window of opportunity.
October Live Intensive Schedule
4x Live Weekly Saturday Tutorials
Each session is led by an expert tutor and covers the legal settings you’ll work in as a qualified legal interpreter.
10th October
Police Interviews & Witness Taking
17th October
Courts & Criminal & Family Law
24th October
Prison, Probation & Immigration
31st October
Ethics & Ethical Dilemmas
8 Private Sessions with a Language Tutor
Twice per week, you’ll have a private session with a tutor in your language pair, where you will practise with Role plays (RPs) and Sight Translations (STs) and get personalised verbal feedback on your performance. You will also complete written translations, to and from English, which will be marked according to the criteria for this qualification, making sure your translations are fit for purpose.
Every session is designed to mirror real exam conditions, so by the time November arrives, you feel confidently prepared.
Having guidance from a trained and qualified tutor with experience will enhance your chances of passing the exams.
This is for you if...
… you are already working as an interpreter and you’re ready to take your career to the next level.
… you are comfortable with consecutive and simultaneous interpreting, the code of conduct, introducing yourself and intervening appropriately, note-taking, and working across various community settings.
… you hold a level 3 CI qualification or have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience.
If you’re earlier on in your journey, our Level 3 CI Course is the best place to start.
Requirement: To join this Intensive, you must have a confirmed exam sitting.
Option 1: CIoL
You have already registered independently for the CIoL November exam – you’ll need to provide proof of this booking when you apply.
Option 2: DPSI Online
Secure your spot by choosing the Course & Exam Bundle option when you apply. All information will be provided.
Please note: DPSI Online exam sittings fill up months in advance. Apply early to secure your date.
