This certificate will teach you how to be a skilled interpreter and translator for English and Mandarin.
Please Note
As of April 29, 2024, the Mandarin Chinese/English Court Interpretation and Translation program is permanently closed to new applicants. Existing Mandarin Chinese/English Court Interpretation and Translation students should contact the Program Representative at at interpretation@uclaextension.edu to discuss a plan to complete their certificate.
The demand for interpreters and translators continues to grow. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for these roles is projected to increase 19% between 2018 and 2028.
Position yourself for success in one of today’s fastest growing fields with a rewarding career interpreting in the criminal justice system, civil service, or in business. Our comprehensive, rigorous certificate program is an intensive year of study preparing you to pass the California Court Interpreter State Certification Exam. It will also enrich your understanding of an interpreter’s role and ethics, and deliver a broad background in the U.S. legal system. Courses provide a blend of theory, practical skills, and training in sight translation, vocabulary building, and simultaneous and consecutive interpretation.
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
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