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 101	Introduction to Translation and Interpretation	3
TRI 102	The Business of Translation and Interpretation	2
TRI 103	Code of Ethics	2
TRI 201	Consecutive Interpretation I	3
TRI 202	Simultaneous Interpretation I	3
TRI 203	Sight Translation	3