SDL Certification


What is an SDL Certified translator?

A translator who has been successful in achieving SDL Certification is a person who has demonstrated proficiency in using SDL Trados Studio or SDL MultiTerm.

What are the benefits of SDL Certification?


Education levels of the industry’s most widely used product are at an all-time high. More translators than ever are using translation technology, terminology management and automated quality assurance checks to their full potential after sitting on one of the SDL Certification training courses.


Every SDL Certified translator receives industry recognition to promote themselves when looking for new customers. They receive a personalized web page and link with their contact details and areas of specialization.

Competitive advantage

Freelance translators around the world are increasingly using SDL Certification as a key differentiation point for their business to increase their competitiveness. Being SDL Certified signifies to potential and existing clients that they are fully prepared to work with the world's leading translation technology.

What are the steps involved in achieving SDL Certification?

  1. Own a legal, company-registered license of SDL Trados Studio. 
  2. Study/Prepare to pass the advised level - SDL Certification Training courses are highly recommended. 
  3. On successful completion of the each exam we will award SDL Certification for the corresponding level. You will also receive a link to download a certification logo that can be displayed in your email signature or on your website.

If you have any further queries or require help with booking your training then please contact us.

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