CERTIFICATE IN COURT INTERPRETING: SPANISH/ENGLISH

This program is designed for individuals with a mastery of both Spanish and English. As a prerequisite to entering the program, all prospective students must pass an oral entrance exam in both languages to determine linguistic competence and general cultural preparation. The exam consists of a telephone interview. Please contact the department for an appointment.Certificate RequirementsAdmission: Satisfactory rating in Spanish and English on an oral entrance exam. Results are valid for one year. Students are formally admitted to the program only upon successful completion of Fundamentals of Court Interpreting/X27.9601 with a grade of B or better. Course of Study: Certificates are awarded to students who successfully complete the six courses listed below with an average grade of B or better.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (6 of these courses are required)
	Fundamentals of Court Interpreting This course addresses the role and function of the court interpreter, ethical issues, the identification of reference materials, preparation of glossaries, translation theories and approaches,... (click on course name to read more)		X27.9601	$1,065
	Court Procedures Court interpreters are actively involved in every aspect of the complex procedures concerning the administering of criminal and civil justice. These procedures require an extensive... (click on course name to read more)		X27.9602	$870
	Consecutive Interpreting Carefully monitored weekly assignments cover the fundamentals of consecutive interpreting. Using taped material of simulations and actual court case trials, students gain valuable hands-on experience.... (click on course name to read more)		X27.9607	$870
	Simultaneous Interpreting II This course provides advanced training in simultaneous interpreting. Classes are held in the Language Laboratory (145 Fourth Avenue, Room 205) where, with the help of... (click on course name to read more)		X27.9608	$870
	Simultaneous Interpreting I		X27.9610	*
	Translation for Interpreters		X27.9611	*

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