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English for Speakers of Other Languages

Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role - X146

Conway Park Full Time Level 2 Duration 14 weeks
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The course leads to an Ascentis Level 2 qualification in Community Interpreting.
Course Details
The course will give you an introduction to interpreting skills including techniques and code of practice. You will also focus on specific vocabulary fields relating to interpreting and do a lot of role play on the course.
Entry Guidelines

The course is open to applicants with very good knowledge of two languages e.g. ESOL level 2 or above or fluency in another language at A level.

Satisfactory interview, assessment and/or satisfactory reference.

If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.

Office Use Only. Non Standard 50a.
Where can I progress to?
Students can progress on to Interpreting Level 3 in the college Explore potential careers via Career Match — it provides current local data on wages and employment prospects.

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The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.

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