Tel: 07586 340 592
Tel: 07586 340 592
This qualification is designed for individuals interested in becoming Community Interpreters. This role enables you to support minority communities in accessing public services, specialise in various sectors, and be your own boss with flexible working opportunities.
The UK holds a large multilingual society, and some community members still struggle to understand or communicate in English. This qualification will help you develop the skills needed to help others overcome language barriers in everyday situations, including education, healthcare, housing, justice, and other public services.
This qualification is aimed at individuals who are fluent in English and another language and looking for a new career opportunity to use their linguist abilities and support people in their community.
14 weeks.
Fully online.
Please contact training@driorg.com to enquiry about availability.
This 14-week online course leads to a nationally recognised certificate that is accredited by Ascentis. You will be able to help people who speak the same language as you but need support for everyday situations that require them to speak and/or understand English.
Our trainers are experienced and qualified language professionals, who will guide and support you throughout your studies and help aid your employability. We will send you information about your Course Facilitator and their credentials before the start of the course.
The total fee for the course is £700.
We accept £150 to be paid as a deposit after you have been assessed for the requirements of the course. This is to keep your place on the course. The balance of £550 can also be paid in installments during the course. Please get in touch to discuss your financial requirements.
It is an online course, which means you can join classes regardless of where you are in the UK. The course covers the following topics:
Over the 14 week period, students will carry out a research project, build a bilingual glossary and gain practice experience through role-playing. Final grades are dependent on the submission of assignments, attendance, participation and practical application of skills learned.
Please email training@driorg.com or call 07775 332866 to find out more.
In the following 15-minute video, Mebrak Ghebreweldi, one Diversity Resource International (DRI)’s directors, speaks about why you should become a community interpreter and how interpreting helped her to start up her own company and connect with communities around East Sussex.
We also invite you to watch the following 1-minute testimonials from students who have completed the course and who have shared their most valuable outcome.