Canada Considers Mandatory Language Tests for Immigrants
In a controversial move, Ottowan officials have proposed mandatory language testing for immigrants who want to enter Canada as skilled workers. As reported in The Toronto Star, supporters of the mandatory English and French proficiency tests claim that, “the measures would make the process of proving they can fluently speak one of Canada’s official languages […]
The Language Divide: Will Elderly U.S. Latinos Get Proper Health Care?
Spanish medical interpretation can mean the difference between good and bad patient care for millions of Americans. According to a 2005 study conducted by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the number of elderly Latinos in the U.S. will climb to 13.8 million by 2050. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that Latinos 65 years and […]
ALTA Completes California Court Interpreting Study
ALTA Language Services (ALTA) has completed a comprehensive new study for the state of California. Following a nation-wide competitive bidding process, ALTA was selected to conduct a thorough review of California’s program for certifying and registering court interpreters. A national firm, ALTA has more than 25 years experience in language services, and is an approved […]
ALTA Awarded DIA Contract
Atlanta, GA – The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) contracted ALTA Language Services, Inc. (ALTA) to develop reading and listening tests that would serve to assess proficiency on the ILR (Interagency Language Roundtable) scale, as well as to provide diagnostic feedback which will be used in recruitment, training, and other efforts.
Why Beyond Words ?
Why Beyond Words? As professionals in the language industry, words are the most basic element of every service we provide. However, in many respects, words represent just the first layer. At ALTA, our focus is on ideas. In any language, it is possible to go BEYOND WORDS to deliver a superior service, one with insight […]
ALTA Teams with Service Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business
Atlanta, GA – ALTA Language Services, a full-service translation, testing, and training company, announces a teaming arrangement with Aeronautical Support Corporation, a Service Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
Welcome to our Blog!
Hello! We are excited to launch Beyond Words, the ALTA Language Blog. Our team of translators, interpreters, linguists, and project managers look forward to sharing their knowledge and passion for language with you.