Translation & Interpretation   

Class Overview

Have you ever wondered what background you need to be a professional interpreter, how an interpreter prepares for an assignment, or what happens when an interpreter doesn't know a word? Meet one of the most sought-after interpreters in WA and get a sneak peek of the profession! This five-week class is designed for anyone who is interested in becoming a professional interpreter. Learn what professional interpreters do, what the most common fields of interpreting are, and what functions professional interpreters fulfill. Each session covers different topics, and different types of interpreting, that will give you a complete view of the profession. Learn effective and strategic ways of studying another language in order to become a professional interpreter. No previous knowledge or experience of interpreting is required. Bilingual skills are not required for this workshop. For students 16 years old or older. Students who are 16 or 17 years old must submit the required Underage Student Release Form when registering. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will obtain:

• a complete view of the interpreting profession
• the knowledge of the requirements for professional interpreters
• an understanding of various types of interpreting that professionals do
• the knowledge of various resources to polish off their second language skills

Who Should Take This Class?

• Anyone who is interested in becoming a professional interpreter and wants to learn more about the interpreting profession.
• For students 16 years old or older. Students who are 16 or 17 years old must submit the required Underage Student Release Form when registering. 

Are you bilingual and interested in learning about our Translation and Intepretation classes and certificate program? Join this FREE Info Session to learn what to expect in these classes, and bring any questions you might have.

This Info Session is designed for bilinguals (or multilinguals), and anyone who is currently learning another language and interested in becoming and translator and/or interpreter. No prior knowledge of translation and interpretation is required.

Hosted online on Zoom, this Info Session requires that you have internet connection and access to a personal device with webcam and microphone in order to participate. Please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you!
 

Class Overview

What do translation reviewers do to deliver a desired level of quality in translation services? In this class, explore the fasincating translation review process.

Learn about the key steps in translation review workflow, including editing, proofreading and localization. Explore localization and how to translate something to a particular country or region. Discover the technologies used in the translation industry and how these technologies are used most efficiently.

Find out about the differences between reviewing, editing and proofreading and practice using your language skills to edit translations. 

This class is designed for people who would like to work as a translator, localizer or reviewer in the near future and/or who would like to obtain up-to-date hands-on knowledge and skills in these fields. Bilingual skills and prior work as a translator are recommended, but not required. Any two language pairs are welcome.

This class is part of our Tranlsation and Interpretation Certificate Program.

Learning Objectives

• understand the difference between reviewing, editing and proofreading and learn 
• perform the tasks of a reviewer
• apply your linguistic skills to editing and proofreading translations
• evaluate translations and provide feedback
• use Computer Assisted Translation tools for reviewers
• be familiar with Language Quality Services (LQS) and translation style guides

Who Might Enjoy This Class?

Prerequisites: Bilingual skills and prior work as a translator are recommended, but not required.

• Bilingual individuals who are interested in translation and linguistics
• Language specialists who are interested in working as translation reviewers
• Anyone interested in foreign languages and/or the translation process
• Translators interested in honing your review skills
• Strong interest in languages and/or translation process is a plus
• No prior knowledge and experience of translation or localization is required