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Interpretation

Spanish/English

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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 in the U.S. Source: Lightcast™ 2022

60,515
Annual Job Openings
(2021)
17.7%
Projected Growth
(2021-2031)
$98k
Salary for Highly Experienced Professionals
(Median Salary $50k)

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 to be scheduled to be scheduled
SPANISH X427
Sight Translation (3.00 Units)
SPANISH X427
 Online Online to be scheduled to be scheduled
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 program.

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Academic Calendar

Event Winter 2023 Spring 2023 Summer 2023 Fall 2023
Registration Begins (after 2pm PT) Oct 20 Jan 19 Apr 20 Jul 13
Courses Begin* (week of) Jan 3 Mar 27 Jun 20 Sep 25
Courses End* (week of) Mar 13 Jun 5 Sep 5 Dec 11
Administrative Holidays Dec 22-31, Jan 1-3, Jan 16, Feb 20 Mar 31, May 29 Jun 19, Jul 4, Sep 4 Nov 10, Nov 23-24, Dec 25-26, Jan 1-2

*Actual dates may vary by program.

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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.

Career Advancement Network (CAN)

We are proud to provide our certificate students and alumni with newly enhanced career services that include one-on-one coaching, technology tools, webinars and workshops, networking events, mentorship/internship opportunities, and a rich collection of free online career resources. Learn more.

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.

Interpretation Certificate Program Information Session
Recorded 9/8/22
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