Course

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Description

The PSP50922 – Diploma of Interpreting equips individuals with the skills to interpret between two languages in general dialogue and monologue settings, where the interpreter has control over the interaction to assist with retention and recall. This qualification prepares graduates for work in a wide range of community and business sectors, including health, welfare, education, tourism, and social services. It includes interpreting in contexts such as police interviews, customer service interactions, non-complex disability assistance, and informal business exchanges. The focus is on managing routine and predictable content, where the complexity of the situation can be anticipated and planned for. Interpreters work in environments where miscommunication or errors in communication can be easily managed through careful preparation, consultation, and correction, ensuring clarity and effective communication in everyday situations. This qualification is ideal for those seeking to work as interpreters in informal settings where accurate, reliable communication is essential.

TGA Links: https://training.gov.au/training/details/PSP50922

Course Structure

A total number of 12 units must be completed for this qualification including:

• 5 core units
• 7 elective units

Entry Requirements

• Students must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
• International students applying for this course must provide evidence of meeting one of the following English language proficiency requirements: A minimum of
  • IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.0, with no band lower than 5.5 in Listening and Speaking.
  • PTE Academic: Overall score of 50, with no section score lower than 46 for Listening and 42 for Speaking.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 64, with no section score lower than 12 for Listening and 18 for Speaking.

*Note: English test results must be no more than two (2) years old at the time of application.

• Students must have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent or possess an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification delivered and assessed in English within Australia.
• Applicants will be required to demonstrate their Language, Literacy & Numeracy proficiency and digital literacy undertaken during an initial interview at the time of admission and undertake a Language, Literacy & Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment*. Where gaps are identified, ALC is committed to providing appropriate and reasonable LLND support strategies to assist students in achieving the required competency levels. This may include advice about external support services or tailored in-house assistance. (Exemptions: The College may not require a formal LLND assessment if a prospective student can provide a copy of their Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12 certificate) or a qualification at a Certificate IV level or higher, or equivalent.)

Delivery Mode

This qualification employs a Blended Delivery approach, integrating both face-to-face and synchronous online learning components.

• On-Campus Sessions: Students will engage in traditional classroom training held at the College.
• Virtual Classrooms: Learning is complemented by live, interactive online sessions conducted via a web-hosted platform (e.g., Microsoft Teams, GoToMeeting, Zoom). This ensures real-time engagement with instructors and peers from a flexible location.

*Note for Student Visa Holders: To comply with visa requirements, student visa holders must attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.

Assessment Methodologies

At Australian Leap College, we use a comprehensive and diverse range of assessment methodologies to thoroughly and effectively evaluate your competency. Each unit of competency is assessed through a combination of two or more distinct methods and techniques designed to gather strong evidence of your acquired skills and knowledge. For this course, assessment methods include

• Short Answer Questions
• Case Study
• Role Play
• Interpreting Practice/Assignment
• Remote Interpreting Practice/Assignment
• Speech & Presentations, etc.

This varied approach ensures all aspects of your learning are effectively measured and recognised.