Why Study This Course?
Are you fluent in another language and interested in becoming a certified community interpreter? Have you considered using your language skills to support your community and earn a living? At RHACC, you’ll explore the role of a community interpreter, understand the sectors where interpreters are in demand, and develop skills in sight translation and two-way interpreting. This course is for bilingual individuals who want to make a real difference.
In the UK, many communities need people who can bridge language gaps. You will play a vital role in helping communities overcome daily language barriers and cultural differences. You will acquire formal qualifications and progress to higher levels. Turn your bilingual abilities into a valuable asset for your community and your career.
This course covers:
Preparing for Community Interpreting Assignments
Supporting Interpreting through Sight Translation
Developing Own Performance as a Community Interpreter
Working as a Community Interpreter in Public Services
Interpret Two Way
Planning to Work as a Community Interpreter within the Health Service
Community Interpreting in Educational Settings
Community Interpreting in Housing Services
Community Interpreting in Mental Health Services
Community Interpreting in Social Services
Community Interpreting in Immigration Services
Community Interpreting in the Welfare Benefits System
In the UK, many communities need people who can bridge language gaps. You will play a vital role in helping communities overcome daily language barriers and cultural differences. You will acquire formal qualifications and progress to higher levels. Turn your bilingual abilities into a valuable asset for your community and your career.
You must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You need high-level language skills: Level 5 in your first language and Level 4 in English.
You will build a portfolio of evidence to meet the assessment criteria. The Level 3 qualification offers diverse assessment opportunities, including bilingual skills assessment. Some assessments will be written, while others will include video recordings of role-play sessions and audio recordings of sight translations. These recordings will enhance your proficiency and demonstrate your competence.
If you are accepted onto the course, we expect you to attend weekly sessions, submit assignments on time, and be motivated to succeed. We are here to support you every step of the way.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.