Course Detail: NCRD-8091 - Spanish Interpretation: Legal Interpreting

Court interpreters provide accurate interpretation and translation for witnesses and parties in courtrooms and other legal proceedings where legal terminology is used, and knowledge of legal procedures and processes is essential. This legal interpretation course allows the interpreter to practice through role playing the skills taught in class for a real world experience. The course covers: fundamentals of legal interpretation; roles of the legal interpreter; interpreter protocol; code of ethics; standards of practice; legal vocabulary acquisition; and study. Oral interpretation exercises, role playing and memory techniques will also be taught. 

Class note: You must attend all classes and pass a final test in order to earn a certificate of successful completion. You must be fluent in both English and Spanish before enrollment. Enhance your skills with the Spanish Interpretation course, through a grant from the Illinois Community College Board, register using the code: spring27 to receive 50% off your course. This includes the cost of the textbook, $120 value.

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