SHORT COURSE

PSPSS00063 - Introduction to Interpreting Skill Set

Description

Download and read the Info Guide & FAQs document from the ‘Files and Resources’ section below (click the arrow to the right to view the files) and submit your online application (expression of interest only, no fees required at this stage) for the course you wish as listed below.

This skill set is designed to prepare candidates to sit the NAATI Certified Provisional Interpreter test by providing essential knowledge of the basic interpreting principles and techniques. The course meets the minimum training requirements set by NAATI and is recommended for candidates who are already in (or are well placed to be in) interpreting or language-related roles within a workplace or community.

The interpreting skill set is also a direct pathway to the Diploma of Interpreting for those who are looking for more in-depth training (subject to language availability). Please see our separate webpage for details and dates.

The interpreting skill set is delivered and assessed in English. Students practice in language pairs where possible to provide each other with language-specific feedback.

Students will complete 4 units and 6 assessments over 12 weeks and will need to allocate additional time during the week to cover:
- Ethics in interpreting and translating
- Preparation for an interpreting or translating assignment
- Building glossaries
- Interpreting techniques

South Australian State Government funding subsidies apply for this course. Eligibility criteria apply. The full course cost applies for students who are not eligible for State Government funding subsidies. Check your eligibility here: www.mytraining.skills.sa.gov.au. Course payment will be arranged at a later date, after your application has been reviewed.

NOTE: Applicants will be allocated to courses on the basis of language priority and demand. Applicants will be notified of receipt of their application and of language availability. Please refer to the NAATI website for upcoming test dates (www.naati.com.au)

For more information, please download and read the Frequently Asked Questions document from the ‘Additional Files and Resources’ section below (click the arrow to the right to view the files).

  • Applicants must meet English proficiency requirements before enrolment by undertaking a pre-course language activity to ensure they have the required level of English to complete the course and meet NAATI English requirements.

    Applicants are also required to have fundamental computer skills in order to complete and upload assessments.
  • Apply codes and standards to ethical practice (PSPTIS102)

    Prepare to translate or interpret (PSPTIS104)

    Manage interactions in general settings (PSPTIS114)

    Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments (PSPTIS103)

  • Classes are held one night per week, 5:30pm-8:30pm SA time. Daytime classes may be possible depending on demand.

    Download and read the Info Guide and FAQs document from the ‘Files and Resources’ section below (click the arrow to the right to view the files).

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Date

Dates to be advised

Class Times
Applications for our mid year intake will open early March 2026.

This course is offered both online and on campus (dependent on numbers)

Classes may be held on Tuesday or Thursday evenings 5:30pm-8:30pm (dependent on language groups and numbers)
Duration
12 weeks
Student Visa (500)

Not Eligible

Cost Information
This delivery is offered under South Australian Government funding subsidies. You might be eligible for subsidised training if you live or work in South Australia, and are: an Australian or New Zealand Citizen; a Permanent Australian Resident or an eligible Visa holder and are 16 years of age or over. Secondary school students are not eligible for subsidised funding. For those ineligible for State Government subsidies, the full course cost of $1765.00 will apply.
Contact

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