The course will cover 2 units:
- Spoken interpretation
- Written translation
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 in interpreting or have experience in interpreting.
Satisfactory interview, assessment and/or satisfactory reference.
Office Use Only. Non Standard 50b.Students can progress to:
- Diploma in Public Service Interpreting at Wirral Met
- Employment or the voluntary sector where language skills are needed
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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).
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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.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
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