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Interpretation

Spanish/English

Spanish Language Proficiency Requirement: The Interpretation certificate program requires Spanish Language proficiency in reading comprehension, vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation.

Overview

Are you bilingual in Spanish and English and interested in increasing your effectiveness as a communicator? The Interpretation certificate program will improve your Spanish language interpreting skills in a variety of settings.

According to an IBISWorld Industry Report, increasing globalization and trade furthers demand for interpretation services related to legal contracts and business communication. Immigration from non-English-speaking countries into the United States increases the need for communicators who can interpret other languages for their colleagues and clients.

Who Should Enroll

Individuals bilingual in Spanish and English interested in providing interpretation at their workplace and existing translators who a pursuing interpretation opportunities.

Career Insight

Occupational summary for interpreters and translators.

59,219
Annual Job Openings
(2019)
19.3%
Projected Growth
(2019-2029)
$49k
Median Salary
(Highly experienced workers can earn up to $90k)

Program Benefits

  • Express orally what is written in text using sight translation
  • Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation
  • Implement techniques such as time delay, dual tasking, and terminology research
  • Practice skills such as shadowing, retention, and note-taking
  • Identify what it takes to be a successful interpreter and learn the standards and protocols of the profession

Course Schedule

Required Courses

TitleWinterSpringSummerFall
SPANISH X426
Essentials of Interpretation (3.00 Units)
SPANISH X426
 to be scheduled Online Online to be scheduled
SPANISH X427
Sight Translation (3.00 Units)
SPANISH X427
 to be scheduled   Online  
SPANISH X428
Consecutive Interpretation (3.00 Units)
SPANISH X428
        
SPANISH X429
Simultaneous Interpretation (3.00 Units)
SPANISH X429
        

Course schedules are subject to change. Individual courses may be taken without enrolling in the full certificate.

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Academic Calendar

Event Spring 2020 Summer 2020 Fall 2020 Winter 2021
Registration Begins Jan 24 Apr 24 Jul 17 Oct 23
Courses Begin* (week of) Mar 30 Jun 22 Sep 21 Jan 4
Courses End* (week of) Jun 8 Sep 7 Dec 7 Mar 15
Parking Permits Expire Jun 30 Sep 30 Dec 31 Mar 31
Administrative Holidays Mar 27, May 25 Jul 3, Sep 7 Nov 11, Nov 26-27, Dec 24-25, Dec 31 Jan 1, Jan 18, Feb 15

*Actual dates may vary by program.

Learn How To Earn Your CertificateCertificate Eligibility and Requirements

To earn the Interpretation certificate, participants must complete four (4) required courses totaling 12 units (120 hours) of instruction with a grade of “C” or better. To become an official candidate in the program, students pursuing the certificate must submit a Declaration of Candidacy with a non-refundable $125 application fee. Students are encouraged to declare candidacy as soon as possible, but no later than after the third course in the program. To receive the digital certificate after completing all program requirements, students must submit a Request for Certificate. All requirements must be completed within five (5) years after the student enrolls in his/her first course. Students not pursuing a certificate are welcome to take as many individual courses as they wish.

On-site Training Available

Our Corporate Training specialists can deliver this program or customize one that fits your organization’s specific needs. Visit Corporate Training or call (949) 824-1847 for information.

English Proficiency Requirement
All certificate programs at UCI Division of Continuing Education (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation.