Do you have interpreting experience, but no formal qualification?
Then our new Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting Assessment is your perfect solution!
Key details of Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
- The Level 3 Interpreting Assessment is an online assessment which you sit from the comfort of your own home
- Nationally recognised Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting qualification for your chosen language
- The full list of languages supported can be found here: List of languages available at ISL
- Fee of £25 for registration and £60 for certification applicable.
- This Level 3 assessment is suitable for bilingual/multilingual people who speak English and another language fluently and feel they have enough interpreting experience and/or have completed relevant preparatory training. The online Level 3 assessment is a remote exam-only qualification. It is designed to demonstrate competence as an interpreter. That means it is perfect for those who already have prior experience in interpreting.
- You will have access to a set of online materials to help you prepare independently.
- Please note that if you are paying in instalments, the full qualification fee must be paid off before you can book the exam.
- For those who prefer to have tutor support and two opportunities to sit the exam, we offer the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting (with tutor support)
What support and resources will you get with the course?
The course contains:
- 4 e-learning modules covering key interpreting skills and techniques
- access to live monthly exam preparation and Q&A sessions
- FREE 3-month subscription to CPD Central
- 75 pre-recorded webinars and e-learning CPD courses (as part of CPD Central)
- 75 glossaries on a huge range of topics (as part of CPD Central)
Duration of the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
You have a maximum of 6 months from the date of purchase to sit this Level 3 interpreting assessment.
Method of Assessment Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
Learners will take an online exam consisting of Unit 1 (role play) and Unit 2 (sight translation from English to the target language). Exams are conducted remotely and take place once a month on set dates. Requests for an exam date outside of the set dates can not be guaranteed to be accepted and, if approved, will carry an additional administration fee.
Certification and Awarding Body
ICQ (I Can Qualify)
Who is the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting Assessment for?
The Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting is suitable for learners with the following profile:
- Interpreters already working in a community interpreter role and now require a Level 3 interpreting qualification
- Experienced interpreters who now require a formal qualification to work on public sector assignments
- Interpreters who feel they are ready to take the exam without the need for additional tutoring
Work Opportunities with the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
The Level 3 interpreting 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 after you have completed the Level 3 Interpreting Qualification
Upon successful completion of Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting, you can progress to other qualifications such as:
- Level 6 Diploma in Community Interpreting
- Level 6 DPSI (Diploma in Public Service Interpreting)
- Partial DPSI
PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN PURCHASING THIS COURSE ONLINE, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED WITHIN 24 HOURS (via eMail) WITH YOUR USERNAME AND LOG IN DETAILS.