The Introduction: Legal Interpretation/Translation Program provides students with the essential skills and workforce preparation needed for careers in the legal field. The curriculum also prepares students for a pathway to credit paralegal, legal or administration of justice programs. Students gain knowledge in legal translation and interpretation for court proceedings, working in a multilingual legal system, simultaneous translations, and judicial certification requirements.
Required Courses
Code | Title | Units |
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PLGN 1001 | INTRODUCTION: LEGAL INTERPRETATION & TRANSLATION, MODULE A | 0 |
PLGN 1002 | INTRODUCTION: LEGAL INTERPRETATION & TRANSLATION, MODULE B | 0 |
Student Learning Outcomes
- Interpret and formulate vocabulary used in legal translation and interpretation during court proceedings.
- Demonstrate basic sight translation, simultaneous, and consecutive interpretation skills.
- Identify career and job opportunities as translator/interpreter in different fields, and plan for professional judicial certifications.