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AUSIT & NAATI Present: Unlock the Tools You Already Use: Word, Excel and Google Search for Translators and Interpreters (Webinar)

  • 03 December 2026
  • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • From the comfort of your own home (Zoom)

Registration

  • NAATI practitioners (non-AUSIT members) can register for free using the registration code provided in the NAATI Newsletter 'Practitioner Pinboard'.

    This is the same code used for AUSIT/NAATI events in 2025.

Register

 

This event is proudly sponsored by NAATI – Registration is FREE for AUSIT members and all NAATI-credentialed practitioners!

 AUSIT NAT Presents

Unlock the Tools You Already Use: Word, Excel and Google Search for Translators and Interpreters

Webinar Via Zoom

Thursday 3 December 2026

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM AEDT


Registrations close 11:59 PM, 1 December 2026

Are you getting the most out of Word, Excel and Google Search?

If your use of Word or Excel rarely extends beyond the Home tab, or if you’ve never explored Google’s advanced search features, this webinar is for you.

While AI is transforming the translation and interpreting profession, core digital tools remain essential for efficient professional practice. This webinar will introduce practical features in Word, Excel and search engines that can help you work smarter, manage information more effectively, and conduct more targeted research.

Many translators and interpreters are probably aware that these features exist but may not have had the opportunity to explore how they can support their day-to-day work. Through demonstrations and hands-on activities, participants will discover practical ways to incorporate these tools into their professional practice.

After completing this webinar, participants will gain:

Knowledge of:

  • Useful Word and Excel features for translation and interpreting work
  • Advanced search techniques and search engine functionality
  • Practical ways to improve productivity and research efficiency

Skills to:

  • Use Word and Excel more effectively in professional settings
  • Conduct faster and more targeted online research
  • Apply technology to enhance translation and interpreting assignments

Our Presenter - Ken Nagato

Ken Nagato is a NAATI certified Japanese interpreter and certified
translator (English into Japanese), and runs his own business, Niche Bridge Languages. He has a Master of Translating and Interpreting from RMIT as well as over two decades experience in Structural Engineering. With his engineering background, technologies are his tools of trade and he has fast adapted his skills to T&I technology.

Ken is passionate to share his knowledge and experience with colleagues and friends. He teaches the Translation Technologies and Applications course at RMIT and is also a current AUSIT member and a committee member of its Victorian Branch.

Joining the Webinar

The Zoom links for the webinar will be sent out 1 day prior to the session you registered to attend. Please ensure you have downloaded the latest version of Zoom in preparation.


PD Logbook

Introductory PD.

This webinar is eligible for 10 PD points in the NAATI Recertification Catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue to determine the best category to claim under.

Certificates and recordings

Please note no PD certificates will be issued for this event. Please keep a copy of your registration confirmation email as proof of participation to claim your PD points.

This is a live webinar event and will be recorded. Free recordings will be made available via NAATI Learn after the event, and for AUSIT members on the members homepage of the AUSIT website.

Together, we aim to support the ongoing professional growth of NAATI-credentialed practitioners.




 


Thursday 3 December 2026 
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm AEDT

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Zoom online Webinar




 

AUSIT Members - FREE
NAATI-credentialed practitioners - FREE
Non-Members - AUD $90







Register online HERE


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