Ascentis
Level 2
QN: 601/6263/6
Curriculum Active
Ascentis Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Ascentis. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 160 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Ascentis
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
160 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assertiveness and Listening Skills for Community Interpreters
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the meaning and importance of assertiveness in the context of community interpreting
- Understand how to use assertiveness skills effectively in dealing with challenging situations in the context of community interpreting
- Understand the different ways in which people listen in different community interpreting situations
2
English Language for Community Interpreters
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the meaning and significance of register to a community interpreter
- Understand the features of the English language that identify the level of formality of spoken utterance or written word
- Understand the importance of using inclusive language
- Use formal grammatical structures in English accurately
- Know how to summarise a piece of text
- Understand what is meant by plagiarism and how it can be avoided
3
Introduction to Working as a Bilingual Volunteer
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different types of organisations which use bilingual volunteers
- Understand the advantages and disadvantages to volunteering
- Understand how to prepare for bilingual volunteering in the chosen organisation
4
Practical Elements of Working as a Bilingual Volunteer
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the recruitment process for bilingual volunteers for a relevant organisation
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a bilingual volunteer in the chosen organisation
- Understand the structure and function of the chosen organisation
- Evaluate own performance as a bilingual volunteer
5
Understanding Public Services in the UK
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the public service situations in which a community interpreter might work
- Understand the concept of public service terminology in the UK
- Understand the meaning of public service terms
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/6263/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Ascentis
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2015