Diploma of Interpreting (AUSLAN)
Here's an interesting career that could take you anywhere! Learn how to interpret dialogue between languages and become a professional AUSLAN interpreter working in a range of settings including government organisations, media outlets, healthcare and community service facilities, or education bodies.
If you've seen interpreters in action, you'll know this is a career that can take you anywhere! From personal interpreter services through to extravagant events, being an AUSLAN interpreter offers interesting and rewarding career opportunities.
Through this nationally accredited qualification, you'll learn how to interpret dialogue between languages and become a professional AUSLAN interpreter working in a range of settings including government organisations, media outlets, healthcare and community service facilities, or education bodies.
You'll learn about building glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments, using routine terminology in two languages, using routine legal terminology in two languages, interpreting through communication media, and much more.
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.
Industry area
- English and Foundation Studies
Study areas
- Auslan
- Interpreting
Course ID
- National ID: PSP50922
- WA State ID: AE24
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.
Do you want to put your Auslan skills to good use?
Turn your advanced Auslan skills into a rewarding career with the Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan).
Build the specialist skills you need to interpret between Auslan and English across a range of professional settings. You’ll develop your interpreting practice, with a focus on professional ethics, interpreting preparation, cultural awareness and effective communication.
This course is best suited to you if you have some interpreting experience and have completed a Diploma of Auslan. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to prepare for and manage interpreting assignments with confidence and professionalism.
With this qualification and experience behind you, you could explore opportunities as an Auslan–English interpreter in community organisations, government, business and the private sector, helping connect Deaf and hearing communities.
Delivery location
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
If you've seen interpreters in action, you'll know this is a career that can take you anywhere! From personal interpreter services through to extravagant events, being an AUSLAN interpreter offers interesting and rewarding career opportunities.
Through this nationally accredited qualification, you'll learn how to interpret dialogue between languages and become a professional AUSLAN interpreter working in a range of settings including government organisations, media outlets, healthcare and community service facilities, or education bodies.
You'll learn about building glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments, using routine terminology in two languages, using routine legal terminology in two languages, interpreting through communication media, and much more.
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.
Industry area
- English and Foundation Studies
Study areas
- Auslan
- Interpreting
Course ID
- National ID: PSP50922
- WA State ID: AE24
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Do you want to put your Auslan skills to good use?
Turn your advanced Auslan skills into a rewarding career with the Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan).
Build the specialist skills you need to interpret between Auslan and English across a range of professional settings. You’ll develop your interpreting practice, with a focus on professional ethics, interpreting preparation, cultural awareness and effective communication.
This course is best suited to you if you have some interpreting experience and have completed a Diploma of Auslan. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to prepare for and manage interpreting assignments with confidence and professionalism.
With this qualification and experience behind you, you could explore opportunities as an Auslan–English interpreter in community organisations, government, business and the private sector, helping connect Deaf and hearing communities.
Delivery location
Do you want to put your Auslan skills to good use?
Turn your advanced Auslan skills into a rewarding career with the Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan).
Build the specialist skills you need to interpret between Auslan and English across a range of professional settings. You’ll develop your interpreting practice, with a focus on professional ethics, interpreting preparation, cultural awareness and effective communication.
This course is best suited to you if you have some interpreting experience and have completed a Diploma of Auslan. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to prepare for and manage interpreting assignments with confidence and professionalism.
With this qualification and experience behind you, you could explore opportunities as an Auslan–English interpreter in community organisations, government, business and the private sector, helping connect Deaf and hearing communities.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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