Gain high level advanced skills as an interpreter, for a career working locally or globally in a range of exciting fields including for government, private organisations, and individuals.
This qualification offers the advanced skills and knowledge required to interpret from a source language to a target language in complex dialogue and monologue settings.
When interpreting; the setting, situation, participants or number of parties involved can be challenging to manage and require high levels of accuracy and accountability. You'll gain advanced skills in retention and recall, preparing you for work in all community, business and diplomatic domains, enabling you to interpret content that may not easily be predicted or planned for or that may require a high level of subject knowledge, or intense assignment specific preparation.
These domains may include government and international relations, health and welfare, policing and courts, formal immigration hearings, education, the media and commerce; as well as in professional sectors such as the law, technology and science, and assignments involving formality.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
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This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Step up to professional interpreting with the NAATI-endorsed PSP60922 Advanced Diploma of Interpreting, delivered at our central location, 60/188 Newcastle Street, Perth. This advanced course is specifically tailored for individuals who have foundational interpreting skills and aspire to excel in complex dialogue interpretation, preparing them for the NAATI Certified Interpreter test. Our program hones critical skills like advanced retention, recall, discourse management, and the ability to effectively switch modes, all essential for professional interpreting. The training prepares you for diverse and unpredictable environments across sectors such as community, business, diplomacy, health and welfare, legal affairs, education, commerce, government, international relations, and specialized areas like law, technology, and science. The course is especially relevant in high-stakes communication situations, where precision in interpretation is crucial, and errors could lead to significant consequences. Thus, it emphasizes the importance of accuracy and professional integrity in interpreting. Eligibility for this program is aimed at individuals who already have basic interpreting skills and are fluent in English and at least one other language. Our curriculum aligns with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian Standards, and industry codes of practice, ensuring a high standard of accuracy and professionalism. For more information, contact us at info@bic.wa.edu.au or call 62431203.
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