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Be a Bridge Between Two Worlds

Courtrooms, emergency rooms, schools, professional conferences - these are just a few of the settings where professional interpreters and translators apply their skills. More than just knowing the correct words to use, these experts must understand the fields in which they work, and have a firm grasp of the cultures involved. As language specialists, interpreters/translators serve as a crucial link between those who cannot understand English and those who serve them, accurately conveying information, concepts and ideas between languages.

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    Est. Tuition $3,820

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    Learning Format Online

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    Duration 12 months *

    *Duration times can vary, talk to your student success coach for more information.
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    Total Units 19.5 - 23.5 Units

Prior to enrolling, please ensure that you meet the following minimum requirements:

Getting Started

    1. Register for the written Qualifying Admissions Exam. NOTE: Allow 2 weeks for exam to be graded and results to be sent.
    2. Upon passage of the written exam, you will be invited to submit an official application to the program.
    3. Once the application is approved, you will receive a copy of the course calendar. At this point, you may enroll in courses.

  • All modes of interpretation
  • Spanish-to-English and English-to-Spanish vocabulary
  • Acquisition of specialized terminology
  • Translation skills used in criminal, civil, community, social work, immigration, and education court matters
  • Training in the development of listening and memory skills
  • Note-taking techniques
  • Public speaking
The program also provides preparation for examinations required for federal and state court interpretation and county agencies, as well as professional organizations.

For individuals who are:

  • Professional interpreters and translators
  • Considering a career in professional interpretation and translation
  • Interested in becoming certified court, community, or medical interpreters and have a high level of bilingual fluency developed through formal education or from interpretation-related work experience

  • Must complete the four core courses in sequence
  • Upon completion of core courses, you will select one of three tracks: Medical, Court, or Community (*you can choose more than one if you like)
  • All courses in this certificate are degree applicable

This program is offered via online and online with webcast delivery modes.

This program is approved by the American Translators Association (ATA), and is listed on the CA Judicial Council Court Interpreters Program website.

Required Courses

Course Formats
Completion of 4 core courses is required..
Required (15.50 Units )
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
Introduction to Legal Interpretation and Sight TranslationThis course is designed to introduce students to the legal setting.
2.00 Units
Consecutive Translation for Interpreters and TranslatorsIn this course students will learn to convert the words into the target language after the speakers delivers one or two sentences.
4.50 Units
Simultaneous Interpretation for Interpreters and TranslatorsStudents enrolled in this course will learn the basics about simultaneous interpretation.
4.50 Units
Sight Translation for Interpreters and TranslatorsSight interpretation and translation concepts will be used to assess the ability to comprehend written text in one language and the ability to produce an oral or signed rendition in another language.
4.50 Units
Medical Interpretation Specialization
Medical Interpretation (8.00 Units )
 
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
Medical InterpretationThe Medical Interpreting Course will introduce the bilingual and bicultural individual to a description of the Limited English Proficient (LEP) Population.
4.00 Units
Medical TerminologyThe Medical Terminology English-Spanish course will teach students how to understand common medical terms and meanings by breaking down the words in prefix, root word and suffix.
4.00 Units
Court Interpretation Specialization
Court Interpretation (4.00 Units )
 
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
Ethics and Legal Court ProceedingsIn this class, students will become familiar with ethical standards for interpreters.
1.00 Units
Court Interpretation- Exam PreparationThis class is designed to help the student prepare to pass the State Court Interpreter Exam.
3.00 Units
Community Interpretation Specialization
Community Interpretation (8.00 Units )
 
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
Community InterpretationIn this course, students will learn how to navigate across cultural interpretation in the educational field.
4.00 Units
Community Interpretation and Translation in EducationIn this course, students will learn how to create their own tools for the field of Community Interpretation in the Educational Field.
4.00 Units

Getting Started

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your eduction, life and work schedules.

Oct23Fall 2023
Jan08Winter 2024
Jan08Winter 2024
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