Diploma in public service interpreting

What will the course Cover?

Court and legal system in England and Wales – Criminal and Civil Law Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting Sight Translation Written Translation This course offers training in the interpreting and translating skills needed for the DPSI exam (June 2022) run by the IoL Educational Trust. It covers the development of the language of legislation and regulations for equal access to public services irrespective of language and culture. There will be a mixture of lectures on various aspects of the legal system and legal concepts and practical work on interpreting and translation. Each bilngual course is open only to speakers of a particular language to maximise use of both the target language and their mother tongue. The mixed languages preparation course is open to all but the medium of instruction will be English.Students will work on past papers as well as handouts specifically prepared by the course tutors. The exam will consist of the following 5 units: UNIT 01 (Level 6): Interpret Consecutively and Simultaneously (Whispered) in the Public Services UNIT 02 (Level 6): Provide a Sight Translation into English in the Public Services UNIT 03 (Level 6): Provide a Sight Translation from English in the Public Services UNIT 04 (Level 5): Translate into English in the Public Services UNIT 05 (Level 5): Translate from English in the Public Services

Who is this course for?

Those who wish to prepare for the Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (English Law Option) exam, particularly those whose languages are not offered as separate courses Those who wish to learn about legal interpreting at a professional level

What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course?

Previous experience in interpreting is preferred but even learners with no experience at all are welcome if of the right calibre. You should be fluent in both English and you other language(s) in both its spoken and written form. If you are not a native speaker of English your level should be around IELTS 6.5 or above or Cambridge Advanced.

What should I be able to do by the end of the course?

• Understand legal and police terms and provide their equivalent in the other language. • Interpret consecutively and simultaneously during a role play set on a legal context, from English into the other language and vice versa • Provide a sight translation a leaflet set in a legal context, from English into the other language and vice versa • Carry out a technical translation of a law-related matter from English into the other language and vice versa

How is the course organised?

A typical lesson will include a topic of English law, work on creating a bilingual glossary, followed by interpreting/translation practice. Visits to Magistrates’ and Crown courts included in the course A combination of whole class teaching, group work and role play. Visits to courts and other Public Service Providers. This course runs for 18 weeks from January to June 2022 and is delievred online.

What extra study or practice is expected outside of the class?

Average 3 hours extra study per week outside the class, including written translations, further reading, further work on glossaries and interpreting practice. Learner is expected to carry out independent research and reading to ensure his/her standard of the other language is adequate for the level required.

How will my progress be assessed?

Interpreting skills will be assessed by tutor in class, providing on-going formative assessment. Three technical translations into the other language will be marked by an external qualified translator. Apart from the feedback of the external marker, no feedback will be given on the learner’s command of the other language.

What can I expect to go on to after this course?

You can sit the exam (by registering and paying directly to the Chartered Institute of Linguist) If you achieve the qualification, you can apply to join the National Register of Public Service Interpreters

Are there any other costs and what do I need to bring?

Tuition fees: £890. Students paying their own tuition fees can pay by direct debit in some cases. Places on the course are guaranteed only on receipt of the first payment before the start of the course. Exam fees: The fees above do not include examination fees and examination centre costs (£870). Exam entry cards must be filled in and exam fees paid by the end of March 2022 You must be registered as an IoLET Affiliate in order to take your exam(s). The membership costs £25 per year. ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN The DPSI qualification is available for Advanced Learner Loans to learners from the age of 19 and to include designated qualifications up to level 6. The loan applies to tuition and exam fees for DPSI preparation courses delivered by colleges or training providers in England approved to offer loans by the Skills Funding Agency. PLEASE NOTE: a) You must be registered as an IoLET Affiliate in order to take your exam(s). The membership costs £25 per year. b) Once the exam application has been submitted and the entry deadline closes there is no transferring or withdrawing from the exam unless it’s for medical reasons and, even in this case, candidates lose 50% of the exam fee and all the centre fees. ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN The DPSI qualification is available for Advanced Learner Loans to learners from the age of 19 and to include designated qualifications up to level 6. The loan applies to tuition and exam fees for DPSI preparation courses delivered by colleges or training providers in England approved to offer loans by the Skills Funding Agency.

What support is available?

We have 3 main ways of supporting learners.We have 3 main ways of supporting learners. a. Help with literacy or numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. b. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. If you have a disability and feel you need support to get the best from your course you can contact Sean Buckley (sean.buckley@lbhf.gov.uk) to have a confidential discussion on how best we can support your learning. c. The Learner Support Fund is a discretionary scheme, funded by the Skills Funding Agency, to assist learners who may be experiencing difficulties in paying for essential equipment/materials, travel costs, childcare, registration fees and other necessary expenses. Details of all available support and how to access it can be found on our website (hfals.ac.uk), in the Guide and the Student handbook, or from teaching or reception staff. We have 3 main ways of supporting learners. a. Help with literacy or numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. b. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. If you have a disability and feel you need support to get the best from your course you can contact Sean Buckley (sean.buckley@lbhf.gov.uk) to have a confidential discussion on how best we can support your learning. c. The Learner Support Fund is a discretionary scheme, funded by the Skills Funding Agency, to assist learners who may be experiencing difficulties in paying for essential equipment/materials, travel costs, childcare, registration fees and other necessary expenses. Details of all available support and how to access it can be found on our website (hfals.ac.uk), in the Guide and the Student handbook, or from teaching or reception staff. We have 3 main ways of supporti