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Translation and Interpretation Certificate

This specialist certificate is intended to prepare functionally bilingual students for employment as interpreters and/or translators. Upon completion, students will be able to provide basic interpreting and translation services between English and their other language(s). This certificate is offered in a two-block alternating sequence:

Block 1: TRI 101 - TRI 102 - TRI 201

Block 2: TRI 103 - TRI 202 - TRI 203

Prerequisites:

  1. Provide evidence of proficiency in English with one of the following:
    1. Completion of ENG 121 or higher with a C or higher.
    2. Other evidence demonstrating English proficiency may be approved by the program Chair
  2. Provide evidence of proficiency in a second language with one of the following:
    1. Evidence of completion of high school in a country where the language is spoken.
    2. Completion of a college minor in the second language with a minimum grade of "C" for all courses taken in the second language
    3. Other evidence demonstrating proficiency in a second language may be approved by the program Chair
  3. Prospective students must attend a mandatory information orientation prior to enrollment. Contact Department Administrative Assistant (Lonnie Tyler 303-340-4749) for dates and times.

Certificate Requirements: 16 credits

TRI 101Introduction to Translation and Interpretation

3
TRI 102The Business of Translation and Interpretation

2
TRI 103Code of Ethics

2
TRI 201Consecutive Interpretation I

3
TRI 202Simultaneous Interpretation I

3
TRI 203Sight Translation

3

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