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Interpreter Onboarding Checklist

Start strong. Stay supported. Serve with cultural integrity

Send to: info@shineonconsulting.com.au

  • Photo ID
  • Ochre Card & Police Check
  • Resume
  • ABN (if contractor)
  • Interpreter Certification (if applicable)
  • Bank or Tax Details
  • Signed Code of Conduct
  • Read the Cultural Safety Guidelines
  • Complete the Interpreter Induction
  • Review Sorry Business, gender protocols, and community practices
  • Attend an Orientation Session (in-person or online)
  • Set up interpreter access/login
  • Download remote interpreting tools (if needed)
  • Learn how to submit timesheets or invoices
  • Review communication & rostering process
  • Join Shine On Interpreter Network
  • Access wellbeing check-ins and mentoring
  • Attend workshops or training as needed

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NAATI Certification Pathways

NAATI certification validates your interpreting skills and professional standing. This resource explains different certification levels, requirements, and how Shine On Consulting supports your journey to become a certified Aboriginal language interpreter.

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NAATI Certification Pathways

Build your skills. Honour your language.

NAATI certification strengthens your role as a professional interpreter. Shine On Consulting helps you take the next step with support, mentoring, and preparation tailored to Aboriginal language interpreters.

Certification Levels:
  • Recognised Practising Interpreter (RPI) – for experienced community speakers
  • Certified Provisional Interpreter (CPI) – for trained interpreters in non-complex settings
  • Certified Interpreter (CI) – for high-level, complex interpreting roles
How We Support You:
  • NAATI prep and mentoring
  • Cultural guidance by Elders
  • Help with training and applications
  • Start your journey: info@shineonconsulting.com.au
Visual and Storytelling Based Training

Our unique training sessions use visual storytelling techniques tailored to Aboriginal culture, helping interpreters deepen language skills, cultural awareness, and communication effectiveness. These interactive workshops empower interpreters with practical, culturally relevant tools

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Empowering Aboriginal Language Interpreters

Unlock your interpreting skills through culturally relevant storytelling methods. Our interactive workshops use visual tools, yarning circles, and real-life scenarios to build language skills, cultural understanding, and communication confidence.

  • Deepen cultural awareness
  • Navigate sensitive topics with confidence
  • Learn from experienced Aboriginal facilitators and Elders
  • Available online or in-person

Join us and strengthen your interpreting journey!

📩 Contact us: info@shineonconsulting.com.aud

Interpreter Wellbeing and Support Hotline

Interpreting can be emotionally demanding. Our dedicated Wellbeing and Support Hotline provides confidential assistance, counselling referrals, and crisis support for interpreters facing stress or challenges. You’re never alone—reach out anytime.

Phone: 0415 775 919

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share insights, or report concerns, please contact our team. We are committed to supporting interpreters and maintaining a respectful, safe workplace.
Phone: 0415 775 919
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Community & Culture

We Honour Culture First

We understand and respect: – Sorry Business: You may need time away. We support this. – Skin Groups: You may not interpret for certain individuals. That’s OK. – Cultural Topics: Some topics are not for discussion. We work with you.

Cultural support is available through Elders and Cultural Liaisons

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