References
1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – Interpreters and Translators Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Reports approximately 75,300 interpreter and translator jobs in 2024
- Projects about 6,900 openings annually due largely to retirements and workforce turnover
- Notes increasing demand for ASL interpreters related to video relay services and accessibility needs.(Bureau of Labor Statistics)
2. Michigan Interpreter Needs Assessment (MINA) Report 2025
- Found that 67.8% of interpreters surveyed had 10+ years of experience
- Approximately 1 in 3 interpreters were over age 51
- Nearly 1 in 4 interpreters anticipated leaving the field within 10 years
- Highlights concerns about shrinking mentorship capacity and loss of specialized expertise. (Michigan.gov)
3. ASL Interpreter Education Shortage in 2025 – Day Interpreting Blog
- Reports approximately 125 ASL interpreter education programs nationwide, with only 18 accredited
- Discusses educational pipeline limitations and geographic barriers affecting workforce development. (dayinterpreting.com)
4. Boostlingo Healthcare Interpreting Report 2025
- Describes persistent interpreter gaps in healthcare settings
- Notes that nearly half of surveyed medical practices experienced situations without access to qualified interpreters. (multilingual.com)
5. California Judicial Council Interpreter Workforce Report 2025
- Found that 32% of court interpreters were over age 65
- Identifies concerns about an aging interpreter workforce and increasing difficulty maintaining qualified interpreter pools. (California Courts)