Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI): Performance Tests

Upon passing the Test of English Proficiency (TEP), you are eligible to take a BEI interpreter performance test. Each level of certification has its own interpreter performance test. After you pass one of these performance tests, you become certified at that level.

The basic and advanced performance tests taken in Wisconsin will primarily be rated by Wisconsin rating teams. Master performance tests as well only be rated by Texas rating teams. Candidates can expect their results within 90 business days of their test date. Any changes in the results timeline will be communicated directly with test candidates.

The basic, advanced, and master level performance tests are offered quarterly. Upcoming test dates will be listed below as they are determined. Please note that even though dates are listed on the webpage, registration for them may be full. If individuals choose test dates that are already full at the time of their application, they will be contacted via email to select a new test date.

Available test dates times, and application deadlines
Test typeTest datesTime slot(s)Application due date
BEI Basic
BEI Advanced
BEI Masters
May 14 and 15, 2025FullN/A
BEI Basic
BEI Advanced
BEI Masters
August 20 and 21, 20259:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.July 23, 2025
BEI Basic
BEI Advanced
BEI Masters
November 12 and 13, 20259:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.October 15, 2025

Pick two preferred test dates. Note that we make every effort to honor preferred test dates; however, there are times when we will be unable to do so. If that is the case, we will communicate that with the applicant(s).

Last revised May 12, 2025