About
ALTA Language Services has been a trusted name in professional language solutions since 1980. As a fully employee-owned (ESOP) and ISO-certified company, ALTA offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to break down language and cultural barriers for businesses and institutions worldwide. Their interpreting services span on-site, over-the-phone, video remote, remote simultaneous (RSI), and conference interpreting—supported by interpretation equipment rentals. ALTA's translation portfolio covers document translation, website localization, software localization, voiceover and dubbing, and desktop publishing, including a rapid turnaround option. ALTA's language proficiency testing platform assesses speaking, listening, reading, writing, translation, and interpretation skills—serving HR departments, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions. Their Seal of Biliteracy testing is also available for qualifying programs. In addition, ALTA provides interpreter training and language training programs for both individuals and organizations, helping teams build internal language capacity. Industries served include education, finance, government, healthcare, human resources, and legal sectors. With over four decades of experience, rigorous quality standards, and a mission centered on cross-cultural communication, ALTA is the go-to partner for enterprises needing reliable, high-accuracy language services at scale.
Key Features
- Multi-Modal Interpreting Services: Offers on-site, over-the-phone, video remote, remote simultaneous, and conference interpreting with equipment rental options.
- ISO-Certified Translation: Professional document, website, and software localization services with ISO certification ensuring accuracy, quality, and fast turnaround.
- Language Proficiency Testing: Comprehensive assessments covering speaking, listening, reading, writing, and interpretation—available online and over the phone for business, government, and healthcare use.
- Interpreter & Language Training: Customized training programs for individuals and organizations to build language skills and interpreter competency internally.
- 100+ Language Coverage: Supports over 100 languages across all service lines, enabling truly global communication for multinational and multilingual organizations.
Use Cases
- A hospital system uses ALTA's over-the-phone and video remote interpreting services to communicate with non-English-speaking patients in real time.
- A government agency partners with ALTA for document translation and language proficiency testing to ensure bilingual staff meet required language standards.
- A multinational corporation hires ALTA for simultaneous interpretation and equipment rental at international executive conferences.
- A school district uses ALTA's Seal of Biliteracy testing and training programs to assess and certify student language proficiency.
- A law firm relies on ALTA for certified legal document translation and on-site interpreting during depositions and court proceedings.
Pros
- ISO-Certified Quality: ISO certification guarantees standardized, high-accuracy outputs across translation and interpretation services.
- Comprehensive Service Suite: One vendor for translation, interpreting, testing, and training reduces the need to manage multiple language service providers.
- Flexible Delivery Options: Services are available on-site, remotely, and over the phone, accommodating diverse operational and geographic needs.
- Deep Industry Expertise: Over 40 years of experience serving regulated industries like healthcare, legal, and government with specialized terminology knowledge.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: Services are tailored for enterprise and institutional clients; pricing may be less accessible for small businesses or individual users.
- No Self-Service Platform: Most services require direct contact or a quote request rather than instant online ordering, which can slow time-to-delivery for simple tasks.
- Limited AI-Native Features: ALTA is primarily a human-powered language services firm and may not offer the speed or automation of AI-only translation or transcription tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What languages does ALTA Language Services support?
ALTA supports over 100 languages across all of its services, including interpretation, translation, and language proficiency testing.
Is ALTA Language Services ISO certified?
Yes, ALTA holds ISO certification for its translation services, ensuring consistent quality, accuracy, and professional standards across all projects.
What types of interpreting does ALTA offer?
ALTA offers on-site interpreting, over-the-phone interpreting (OPI), video remote interpreting (VRI), remote simultaneous interpreting (RSI), and conference interpreting, along with equipment rentals.
Can ALTA help with language proficiency testing for hiring purposes?
Yes, ALTA provides language proficiency tests for businesses, government agencies, and healthcare organizations to assess candidates' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Does ALTA offer training programs for interpreters?
Yes, ALTA offers interpreter training programs for individuals and organizations looking to develop internal language and interpreting capacity.
