Skill Set (Interpreting and Translating)

Kickstart Your Interpreting & Translating Career — No Matter Your Language

Many bilingual speakers are unable to access a full interpreting or translating qualification in their language. Our Skill Set courses provide a flexible alternative, allowing students to build core interpreting and translating knowledge through an English-based program while preparing for future professional pathways.

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Designed for bilingual speakers
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English-based & non-language specific
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Self-paced online learning
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Flexible weekly intakes

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Three Tailored Pathways

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Interpreting Skill set

(PSPSS00063)

 

Focus on verbal communication and dialogue settings.

 

🕒12 Weeks Duration
💻 Delivery Mode: E-Learning + Live/Recorded Tutorials

🎓 Outcome: Eligible to apply for Certified Provisional Interpreter (CPI)

AUD $2,365
(Inc. $50 Material fee & $100 Enrolment fee)

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Translating Skill set

(PSPSS00062)

 

Master written translation and glossary building.

 

🕒12 Weeks Duration
💻 Delivery Mode: E-Learning + Live/Recorded Tutorials

🎓 Outcome: Eligible to apply for Certified Translator (CT)

AUD $2,365
(Inc. $50 Material fee & $100 Enrolment fee)

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Interpreting and Translating Skill set

(0037S0174)

The ultimate versatile foundation for both disciplines.

 

🕒15 Weeks Duration
💻 Delivery Mode: E-Learning + Live/Recorded Tutorials

🎓 Outcome: Eligible to apply for both CT and CPI

AUD $2,970
(Inc. $50 Material fee & $100 Enrolment fee)

🔍 What you will learn (View Accredited Units)

Unit Code Unit Name Availability
PSPTIS102 Apply codes and standards to ethical practice Both
PSPTIS103 Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments Both
PSPTIS104 Prepare to translate or interpret Both
PSPTIS114 Manage interactions in general settings Interpreting
PSPTIS116 Demonstrate routine language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts Both
PSPTIS148 Read and analyse special purpose English texts to be translated Translating

Check Eligibility

You must be 18 years of age or older, and be an Australian Permanent Resident, Citizen, or hold a temporary visa with full study rights.

Note: This Skill Set is exclusively designed for minor-language speakers. (Major languages like Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, Nepali are recommended for our Diploma courses).

English Proficiency

Provide at least one of the following:

  • A tertiary qualification (post-Year 12, degree level or higher) taught in English
  • A formal English proficiency test score (e.g., IELTS 5.5 or equivalent)
🎁 No IELTS? No Problem!
Take the Versant English Placement Test with us for FREE! Email us and we can arrange this for you at no cost.

Ready to Start Your Journey? Submit Your Application Now

Once you have your documents ready, please complete the application form via the button below. Then, email the following supporting documents to info@siit.nsw.edu.au (Sydney) or infobrisbane@siit.nsw.edu.au (Brisbane):

  • 📄 Completed Application Form
  • 🪪 Valid ID (Passport or Australian Driver's Licence)
  • 🎓 Evidence of English Proficiency (e.g., Degree or IELTS)
  • 🛂 Visa Status (Visa Grant Notice or VEVO check, if applicable)
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Course Offerings

PSPSS00063 - Introduction to Interpreting Skill Set

Duration:

12 weeks

PSPSS00062 - Introduction to Translating Skill Set

Duration:

12 weeks

0037S0174 - Introduction to Translating and Interpreting

Duration:

15 weeks