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UC San Diego Extension's Professional and Specialized Certificates inTranslation & InterpretationSpanish/English |
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Certificate in Translation & Interpretation |
Professional Certificate in Translation & IntepretationProgram OverviewDemand for qualified translators and interpreters is strong in California. Of the nearly 5.5 million Californians who speak Spanish, nearly 650,000 speak very limited English. This growing trend leads to increased demand for translation and interpretation services, particularly in the San Diego region, with its large immigrant population and close proximity to Mexico. According to Occupational Outlook Quarterly, growth in employment within this field is projected to increase in the United States by 22% between 2008 and 2018. Understanding of cultural nuances and a developed skill set are crucial to producing meaningful translations and interpretations. UC San Diego Extension's reputable and rigorous program offers the high-level instruction, course content, and professional training you need to enter the field. It certifies to potential employers that you have the bilingual proficiency, cultural understanding, theoretical knowledge, and skill set they are looking for. Program Benefits
Conditions for Admission / Entrance Exam Total fluency in both English and Spanish as determined by a written entrance exam is required. For this program, total fluency signifies the ability to complete second year college-level courses in both languages. The exam allows for accurate screening of certificate applicants and ensures that all students satisfy the program's language requirements. The result for our students is high quality content and discussions in their courses. All students who pass the entrance exam are eligible to enroll in the certificate program. Select courses may be taken prior to passing the entrance exam, however, admission to advanced courses and obtaining the certificate require successful completion of the entrance exam. The certificate enrollment fee is $60. The entrance exam fee is $75. The exam may be completed online or on-campus. See quarterly schedule for the next scheduled exam date. The courses listed below may be taken prior to taking and/or passing the entrance exam:
Students may concurrently enroll in the courses listed above. Instructors recommend that students complete Spanish to English Translation I and English to Spanish Translation I before enrolling in Theory & Practice of Translation. Instructors also recommend that students complete Spanish to English Translation I and English to Spanish Translation I in separate quarters. Reviewing both grammar structures at the same time can confuse even the most grammar-literate student. The Coursework The program consists of eight required courses and three elective courses. The required courses (listed below) are course prerequisites for the program’s advanced-level elective courses. They will provide you with the skills required to be an effective translator and interpreter.
While professionals in the field often specialize in either translation or interpretation, you can improve your job prospects and understanding of the field by being able to do both. Learning to interpret effectively requires consecutive and simultaneous interpretation specific skill sets. As you may have already experienced, employers oftentimes do not distinguish the difference between translating and interpreting and assume that you can do both. Having at least an introductory foundation in both translation and interpretation skills increases your effectiveness and marketability in these highly competitive fields. That said, the natural preference to specialize is recognized and areas of specialization are available. After completing the required coursework, you can hone your skills and training with your choice of three elective courses. You may specialize in translation, interpretation, or a professional industry (medical, legal, business, community, and education). Please note that UCSD Extension strongly recommends that your elective courses include Spanish to English Translation II and English to Spanish Translation II. Faculty Our faculty is comprised of qualified, active translation and interpretation professionals who are experts in their fields. Their high-quality instruction, course content, and current knowledge in career trends are a great benefit to our students. Class Schedule Most of our students are working professionals with traditional work schedules. As a result, we offer flexible scheduling options to allow students to participate in classes online or on campus in a traditional classroom setting. Both options boast small class sizes, often with no more than 16 students. We intentionally keep our classes smaller so you can participate in a relaxed, interactive, and supportive environment with maximum opportunity for practice. Courses are offered quarterly and you may enroll in as many courses per quarter as your schedule permits. When planning your course schedule, be sure to review the course prerequisite(s) for each course. If you have not completed the course prerequisite(s), you may not enroll in the course. Campus courses meet weekly for three hours for ten consecutive weeks. Evening classes typically meet from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Weekend classes typically meet on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For each course, the average student spends three hours in class and six hours on homework each week. Classes are held at the Extension Complex on the UCSD campus in La Jolla, California. Online courses are asynchronous but not self-paced; you will be required to keep up with weekly assignments. For each course, the average student spends three hours online and six hours offline each week. We recommend that the online hours be uninterrupted and completed in one sitting. Students are encouraged to preview our e-learning system before enrolling in online courses. Attendance Policy Campus Courses: Attendance is mandatory for the first class meeting of all courses. If you miss the first class meeting, you will automatically be dropped from the class and issued a full refund. One excused absence is permitted per course. Each additional absence will result in a grade reduction. Note: if a course fills, waitlisted students must attend the first class meeting for enrollment requests to be considered. Online Courses: You are required to log in to the class during the first week. If you do not log in for the first time by Saturday night, 10:00 p.m. PST of the first week, you will be dropped from the class and issued a full refund. If, at any time during the quarter, a two-week period passes and you do not log in, it will be assumed that you have stopped participating in the course. Further class participation and assignments will not be accepted. All assignments, translations, quizzes, and discussions are due on the dates indicated. Late coursework will be accepted up to four days after the due date, but the grade will be reduced by one full grade. Late work will not be accepted if it is more than four days late and will be given zero points. No class work will be accepted after 10:00 p.m. PST of the final day of the course. Computer Access and the Spanish Keyboard Students must have access to a computer, a working knowledge of its functions, and know how to type in English and Spanish, including accents and special symbols. All translation assignments are submitted electronically in online and on-campus courses. Instructions for typing Spanish accented characters with a MAC, Windows XP, Windows Vistas, using a U.S. or an international keyboard, can be found at StudySpanish.com. Language Lab Students have free access to the multimedia language lab. 24 individual stations with internet access and a library of resources, including video and audio recordings, are on hand to help you further your interpretation skills. Medical, legal, business, and community-focused materials are available. Our lab monitor provides walk-in students and alumni with technical support and resource access. Enrollment is not required. Instructor Office Hours Instructors are available on a drop-in basis most Saturdays of each quarter. Students can meet one-on-one with an instructor during the scheduled office hours to discuss a specific problem they are having with their coursework or a general question about the translation and interpretation profession. No time limit per student unless others are waiting, then 15 minute time-slots are imposed. Enrollment is not required. Academic Credit To receive the certificate, you must complete eleven courses (30 quarter units) and receive a grade equivalent to C- or better in all courses. Courses may be taken Pass/No Pass. A Pass is equivalent to a C- or better. To participate in our internship programs, you must receive a grade of B or better in all coursework.
Transferability of Credit Translation and Interpretation coursework completed at another accredited institution may be applied toward the certificate requirements. Official transcript, course description, and syllabus must be submitted before petition will be evaluated. A maximum of two courses may be considered. The entrance exam may not be waived. Program Length The length of time needed to complete the program depends on how many courses you complete each quarter. Because many students are working professionals, most enroll in one to two courses per quarter. At this rate, the program can be completed in one to two years. Because some courses are prerequisites for other courses, the program cannot be completed in one quarter. The fastest the program may be completed is in four quarters. The maximum time to complete the program is five years. Approximate Cost $4,400 (includes $60 certificate enrollment fee, $75 entrance exam fee, and all course fees). This amount is paid incrementally as students enroll in courses rather than up front. Quarterly early enrollment discounts reduce price to $4,125. Cost does not include including textbooks, materials and parking. Course fees and schedules are subject to change. Financial Aid To help facilitate payment, UC San Diego Extension has partnered with several lending institutions to provide you with financial aid options. The UCSD Extension Financial Aid Representative is available to help you choose the loan that is right for you and to assist you with the application process. Note: you are not eligible to receive financial assistance until you have passed the entrance exam and enrolled in the certificate program. San Diego Workforce Partnership Unemployed and recently laid-off applicants may qualify to receive training funds through San Diego Workforce Partnership (SDWP). For additional information, please contact SDWP or our UCSD Extension Representative.
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