Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting

£774.00 inc. VAT

Are you a Professional Interpreter and you would like a formal qualification? Or are you aspiring to get into this industry? If so the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting Qualification is perfect for you.

Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting is widely regarded as the minimum requirement for interpreters and one which is accepted throughout the industry for the majority of paid interpreting assignments. Upon completion of your Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting you will be able to work directly with clients who require interpreters or for Language Service Providers who will find assignments on your behalf, either in person or on the telephone from the comfort of your own home.

Once you have passed the application process, the course has a 14 day money back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied – another reason to sign up today and begin your new career.

Key details

Online learning course that can be accessed from your own home
24-hour access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
You can complete the course within 6 months
Work assessed and feedback provided by an assigned, qualified Assessor
You will receive timely and thorough feedback to improve your work should you need to.
The course is run in English, with practical assignments/role plays conducted in ONE chosen foreign language.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive your nationally recognised qualification for your chosen language.

Duration of the qualification

Learners will usually complete this course in 6 months

Method of Assessment

Assessment activities and written assignments will need to be completed to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the course content. Learners will also be expected to undertake general reading and research during this course.

Learners will submit completed written assignments to their appointed tutor for marking. A unique aspect of this qualification is the requirement to undertake two role plays in a simulated environment. The role play will appraise consecutive interpreting skills and sight translation skills (to and from English). Learners will need to have access to a computer/laptop, web cam and the internet.

Who is this course for?

The Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting is suitable for learners with the following profile:

Interpreters already working in a community interpreter role
Experienced interpreters who now require a formal qualification to work on public sector assignments
Interpreters looking to advance their sight translations skills and widen their range of assignment opportunities

Work Opportunities

The Level 3 qualification will enable you to work as a professional interpreter in community settings such as the following:

Health
Mental Health
Social Services
Education
Welfare & Benefits
Housing
Solicitors
Ministry of Justice (standard assignments)

Progression

Upon successful completion, you can progress to other qualifications such as:

Level 6 Diploma in Community Interpreting
Level 6 DPSI
Partial DPSI

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