LEVEL 3CERTIFICATE COMMUNITYINTERPRETING

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ABOUT

ISL

The International School of Linguists (ISL) is an Accredited Centre who have a proven track record in providing innovative support for linguists and developing interpreting standards throughout the UK and overseas.

ISL work with a significant number of high profile international companies and create bespoke training and assessment solutions for both Government and Corporate clients. Thousands of interpreters and translators throughout the world have completed unique ISL training and assessment programmes to support their career development.

LEVEL 3CERTIFICATE

The Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting is the minimum level accepted for paid professional Interpreting assignments in the majority of public services.

The Level 3 Certificate covers the knowledge and techniques needed by an interpreter working with the community. This includes issues of professional practice and conduct as well as the practical aspects of how to prepare for and carry out interpreting assignments effectively.

In addition, you will be given the opportunity to choose a minimum of two specific areas in which to specialise as part of your qualification.

STUDY ASSESSMENT

At ISL we understand the need for flexibility. That’s why our qualifications use blended learning so you are able to choose when, where and what to study to obtain the qualification that best suits you.

The course is designed to deliver the knowledge you need to develop as a competent community interpreter and will be tailored to meet your individual needs.

Develop your interpreting skills and knowledge with the support of your personal mentor/assessor by completing interactive exercises, projects, assignments and real life practise.

You are free to complete the qualification in your own time, and on average it will take approximately 6 months to complete.

At ISL, we do not believe in assessing your competence with one end-of-course test. Instead, your knowledge and ability is assessed on an ongoing basis through a range of different methods which you choose with your mentor/assessor. These typically include observation of interpreting practice, discussions, practical assignments and demonstration of knowledge.

By the end of your qualification you will have created a portfolio of evidence and a reflective learning journal which will prove you can do the job.

Your allocated assessor will sup-port and guide you along the way, providing the direction and feedback you need to succeed.

APPLICATION

Initial application for courses is done by completingan online application form. You will also be requiredto undertake an English Proficiency Test to ascertain: -The fluency of your spoken English-The fluency and accuracy of written English-The ability to process and analyse written texts of the sort you can expect to encounter on the level of the course you are applying for.

Following review of your application, successful applicants will take part in a telephone discussion about:-Your knowledge and understanding of public services in the UK-Your language proficiency-The level of your study skills-Your interpreting experience.

To successfully join this course, you need to have native speaker competence in your target language and as a minimum you must have Level 2 (Advanced level, GCSE A*-C or the equivalent of B2 of the Common European Framework) in all areas of your English language competence.

WORKACCEPTANCE

Once you have been accepted onto the course, you will be invited to complete the induction module on the ISL e-learning platform and an assessor will be allocated to support you on an individual basis.

If you are not accepted we will suggest suitable alternative courses and ways in which you can develop your skills and knowledge sufficiently to undertake this qualification.

We can also provide you with advice and guidance on how to get more work in interpreting to prepare for a qualification like this.

Most interpreters work flexibly on a freelance basis and are often employed by agencies.

The Level 3 Certificate is the industry standard qualification for assignments. It should be noted that the certificate does not cover working in the criminal or civil legal system.

As you gain experience, you can develop further using ISL qualifications and Continual Professional Development.

PAYMENTFEES

ISL is committed to providing the highest quality training at affordable prices with no hidden fees.

The cost of the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting is just £595 which covers:- The course content- Your assessor- Registration with Ascentis- Your certificate.

To make the Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting course more accessible, ISL offer the choice to pay in full, or to pay in four easy, interest free instalments.

Simply let us know which option suits you best when you complete your application form.

ABOUT ASCENTIS

ISL use Ascentis (www.ascentis.co.uk) as the Awarding Body for our accredited courses.

Ascentis is an Awarding Organisation creating valuable, cutting edge qualifications for Further Education Colleges, Training Providers, Schools, Employers and many other organisations both in the UK and overseas.

Established in 1975, Ascentis has a reputation for responding to the requirements of learners and providing a consistently high standard of quality and service.

For more information and any questions please contact:

info@schooloflinguists.com

www.schooloflinguists.com

0800 7573 475