Short Courses Program for Recertification Points & Recognition

Language Experts delivers short courses designed for translators and interpreters seeking recertification and professional development (all courses attract professional development points ) please refer to the attached guide for further information:

• Language Experts Ethics and Professionalism Course
  
• Language Experts Duties and Responsibilities of Interpreters and Translators in Legal Settings
  
• Language Experts Introduction to Health-Legal Course
  
• Language Experts Police Interpreter and Translator Course
  
• Language Experts Legal and Court Interpreter and Translator Course
  
• Language Experts Linguistics Course
• Language Experts Chuchotage Interpreter Course
• Language Experts Medical Terminology Course
  
• Language Experts Health and Medical Interpreter and Translator Course
• Language Experts Community Interpreting and Translation Course
  
• Language Experts Introduction to Interpreting and Translation Course
  
• Language Experts Listening and Comprehension Skills Module
  
• Language Experts Transfer Skills Course
• Language Experts Use of CAT tools, Wordfast or Trados for Beginners for Translators
• Language Experts Dialogue and Consecutive Interpreting Skills & Techniques Module
• Language Experts Note-Taking in Consecutive Interpreting Skills Module
  
• Language Experts Translation Techniques Course
  
• Language Experts English writing for Translators
  
• Language Experts Vocabulary Building and Punctuation for Translators 
• Language Experts Video Conference Interpreting
  
• Voluntary Assistance Dying for Interpreters and Translators Module 
  

Our short courses are ideal for:

• Certified practicing interpreters and translators wishing to obtain a credential
  
• Recent graduates or newly certified practitioners of translation and interpreting to improve their confidence and work-readiness in making the transition into practice
• Persons who have little or no experience in interpreting and translation including speakers of new and emerging languages and who would like to learn basic skills of interpreting and translation with the goal of sitting an examination
• Certified practicing interpreters and translators to gain specialised skills and knowledge to effectively deliver language services in specific industry sectors.

All courses provide direct input from practitioners as well as guest speakers which enhances the experiential learning aspect of the courses. As a result, participants are well prepared to understand the challenges of interpreting and translation in the relevant setting; to use the skills and tools required to perform in a professional manner and to incorporate the Code of Ethics in their practice. Emphasis is given to the areas of the relevant sector where interpreters are most engaged. Language and vocabulary development also feature. 

For information on, and to register for any short course please go toBOOK COURSES on left side of this page.

​​Legal and Court Interpreter & Translator Course

This short short course is held over 2 full days and consists of 12 hours of face-to-face learning activities and 8 hours of online/research activities. 
To register for this course please see above information.

Health and Medical Interpreter & Translator Course

This short short course is held over 2 days and consists of 12 hours of face-to-face learning activities and 8 hours of online/research activities. 

To register for this course please see above information.

Community Interpreting and Translation Course

This is an introductory course aimed at newly certified practitioners or recent graduates of interpreting or translation, as well as people who have little or no experience in interpreting or translating, including speakers of new and emerging languages.

To register for this course please see above information.

Medical Terminology for Interpreters & Translators Course

Language Experts has developed the first specialised course in Medical Terminology specific for interpreters and translators in Australia. This is a 1 day course which includes 4 hours of face-to-face sessions and approximately 4 hours of self study and online work. 

To register for this course please see above information.
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Introduction to Health-Legal Interpreter  & Translator Course

The Introduction to Health-Legal Interpreting is a short hour course, which includes 4 hours of face-to-face training and approximately 4 hours of self study and online work.  To register for this course please see above information.

Interpreting and Translation Books for Sale

In addition to delivering training and professional development, we stock a wide collection of the most current publications and reference materials about interpreting and translating from around the world. Please visit our Books and Resources page of our website.

Recertification

Courses and Modules are appropriate for NAATI certified  interpreters and translators required to recertify their credentials.​

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Professional Development

Regular, current & relevant training incl. preparatory programs aimed at current and future practitioners.

Exam Preparation

Preparation for Recognized, Provisional and /or Certified Interpreter or Translator exams, PD points and practice Tests​​​

​​​Courses (on site) and webinars covering all facets of translating and interpreting delivered by highly trained educators and expert industry presenters

Recertification & PD training

Tel: +61 3 90771418

Language Experts

​​Flexible high quality intensive skills based, highly interactive on-site and webinar sessions 

Online Learning Via Webinars

Complete PD and Recertification activities delivered online in a virtual classroom environment.​​