Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to work as a translator or interpreter in a range of contexts with this accredited skill set.
Statement of Attainment for Accredited Unit/s.
Full fee | $2,060 |
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to work as a translator or interpreter in a range of contexts. This course is made up of select units from the Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE-English) (PSP50916) and will prepare you to meet the English proficiency and training requirements for the new NAATI Certification tests.
Discover how to keep work records, develop glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments, source suitable reference material, efficiently use tools and equipment, prepare effective work plans, minimise risks from miscommunication, and manage the physical setting and pace of communication. You'll also study the industry's professional codes of ethics, learn to consider a range of ethical issues, and continuously develop professional practice.
This course will give you a solid foundation of the skills required to work in translation or interpreting across a range of industries.
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units listed below.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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PSPTIS001Apply codes and standards to ethical practiceUnit code: PSPTIS001 |
Apply codes and standards to ethical practice | |
PSPTIS002Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignmentsUnit code: PSPTIS002 |
Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments | |
PSPTIS003Prepare to translate and interpretUnit code: PSPTIS003 |
Prepare to translate and interpret | |
PSPTIS042Manage discourses in general settingsUnit code: PSPTIS042 |
Manage discourses in general settings |
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South Bank | 22 February 2021 | 10 weeks | Part time 2 nights per week plus 2 Saturdays | Classroom | Full fee: $2,060 |
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It is recommended you have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in speaking and listening or have completed a pre-course English proficiency test prior to enrolment.
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