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Advanced Diploma of Interpreting

Program CRICOS Number:056530M

1. Certificate III in Foundation Skills - Intensive English for Interpreting (one semester)
This program provides students with comprehensive and intensive study in advanced comprehension and listening, memory and note-taking skills, pronunciation and speaking, vocabulary in specific areas, academic writing and study skills.
2. Diploma of Interpreting (one semester)
Provides training to interpret spoken statements in English to another language and vice versa at paraprofessional level. The program also covers the role of an interpreter and the ethics and practice of interpreting. Languages offered are subject to demand and may change – Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin. Not all languages are offered at any one time.
3. Advanced Diploma of Interpreting (two semesters)
Provides training to interpret spoken statements in English to another language and vice versa at professional level. The program also covers the role of an interpreter and the ethics and practice of interpreting.



Entry Requirements


Applying Onshore or Offshore

Certificate III in Foundation Skills
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies are used to determine entry.

Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE/English)
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent and
Successful completion of Certificate III in Foundation Skills

Advanced Diploma of Interpreting (Professional Level)
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent and
Successful completion of Certificate III in Foundation Skills and
Successful completion of Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE/English)

Career Opportunities

Professional interpreter, bi-lingual assistant

Program Duration

Full Time : 38 weeks (approximately 10 months) for Advanced Diploma & 21 weeks (approximately 5 months) for Diploma & 21 weeks (approximately 5 months) for Certificate III in Foundation Skills

Program Award

Advanced Diploma
Diploma
Certificate III

Accreditation at Professional level will be recommended to NAATI on achieving 70% pass in:
Interpreting Practice A
Interpreting Practice B
LOTE for Interpreters A
LOTE for Interpreters B
English for Interpreter A
English for Interpreter B



Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
07 3244 5386
rplcoordinator.sbit@deta.qld.gov.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There is only one intake per year, February. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $20,000.00

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: International Services
66 Ernest St
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

CERTIFICATE III IN FOUNDATION SKILLS
Course Code Course Name
FS301A Prepare for Academic & Vocational Study by Applying Communication Skills
FS302A Prepare for Academic & Vocational Study by Applying Study Skills
BSBFLM3312A Contribute to Team Effectiveness
CUSGEN05A Make Presentations
BSBCMN315A Work Effectively with Diversity
BSBCMN211A Participate in Workplace Safety Procedures
BSBADM302A Produce Texts from Notes
BSBADM303A Produce Texts from Audio Transcription
BSBCMN302A Develop Work Priorities
BSBMED201A Use Basic Medical Terminology
BSBMED301A Use Advanced Medical Terminology
BSALC301A Use Legal Terminology in Order to Carry Out Tasks
DIPLOMA OF INTERPRETING
Course Code Course Name
50940A Interpret Dialogues
50940C Integrate Bi-cultural Aspects in the Behaviour & Communication Process
50940D Communicate Effectively with Professional Clients, Colleagues & Others
50940E Maintain Effective Management Practices
50940F Maintain Ongoing Professional & Personal Development
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF INTERPRETING
Course Code Course Name
64010 Interpreting Practice A
64011 Interpreting Practice B
64012 Theory & Ethics of Interpreting A
64013 Theory & Ethics of Interpreting B
64016 LOTE for Interpreters A
64017 LOTE for Interpreters B
64018 English for Interpreters A
64019 English for Interpreters B

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.

Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 6 May 2008
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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