Legal and Business Translation and Interpretation - UC
About This Certificate
The Certificate in Legal and Business Translation and Interpretation is a program with a strong emphasis on the theory and practice of the field of translation and interpretation for legal and business settings.
This certificate seeks to attract students who are fluent in English and Spanish (upper intermediate-advance proficiency of their second language) who are interested in pursuing a career as language professionals specializing in legal and business settings. It is perfect for bilingual individuals (Spanish/English) who are committed to easing communication barriers that exist when non-English speakers interact with institutions, private companies, and the legal system at large, whether they are Spanish heritage speakers or have a high intermediate-advanced level of Spanish as a second language.
What You Will Learn
Upon completing 16 credits of in-person coursework at USU main campus in Logan, the certificate prepares students for careers in business and legal translation as well as legal interpretation.
Students will develop competencies to provide accurate written translation and interpreting services in the business and legal fields, including court settings.
This certificate will prepare students to take the State and Federal legal/court interpreter certification exams, the American Translators Association (ATA) Certification test, and guide students towards the pursuit of careers as language professionals offering high-quality interpretation and translation services.
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College: College of Arts & Sciences
Department: World Languages and Cultures Department
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