The course leads to an Ascentis 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting.
The course will cover 10 units:
- Interpreting two ways, sight translation, medical interpreting
- Planning to work as a Community Interpreter within : Mental Health services/Housing Services, Welfare Benefits System and within an Education system
The course will give students more knowledge of the practicalities of employment as an interpreter. Students will also have the opportunity to further practise and refine their interpreting skills. Students will practise in routine role play situations and also through sight translation.
The course is open to applicants with very good knowledge of two languages and who have completed a level 2 functional skills or equiv/interpreting or have experience as an interpreter professionally.
Satisfactory interview, assessment and/or satisfactory reference.
Must have strong IT skills and ideally have used Microsoft Teams as some lessons and assignments are set through Teams.Students can progress to:
- Diploma in Public Service Interpreting at Wirral Met
- Employment or the voluntary sector where language skills are needed
Explore potential careers via Career Match — it provides current local data on wages and employment prospects.
Apply Now
Starting 5th March 2025 - Ending - 18th June 2025
REF X147Q001
If you are aged 19 or over:
If you are aged 19+ and living in the Liverpool City Region (inc Wirral), many courses will be free. If you are aged 19+ and live outside the Liverpool City Region, this course may be free. Terms & conditions apply.
If you are aged 19+, you may be able to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan (which is available for this course).
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £280.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form