Level 1 Award Understanding Community Interpreting

The Ascentis Level 1 Award in Understanding Community Interpreting is a part time adult course designed for those who speak more than one language and want to gain an introduction to Community Interpreting. It is suitable for those with an interest in supporting communication within local communities, as well as students who wish to use the course as a first step towards further training or a career as a Community Interpreter.

This adult course is a great choice if you want to develop your English, use your first language in real-life community situations and take the first step towards future training or employment. You will:

• Support your community - by understanding how interpreters help people access health, education, housing, and voluntary services.
• Develop useful skills – by improving listening, speaking, and communication skills that are valuable for work and everyday life.
• Explore new career options – by finding out what Community Interpreters do and whether this could be the right pathway for you.

This part time adult course will help you to build confidence, understand how interpreting works, and see how your languages can be used in real-life. You will learn to:

• Use your language skills confidently and effectively in bilingual situations.
• Understand the different sectors where Community Interpreters may work, such as health, education, and community services.
• Learn about the role and responsibilities of a Community Interpreter, including professional behaviour and communication skills.

This adult course can help you move on to further interpreter training, volunteer opportunities in the local community and progression from ESOL into other courses or work. It is a first step if you want to use your languages in a practical way and build your confidence for the future.

We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if it is required and a Wellbeing Team that are on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed.

Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college. For personalised advice on funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494 400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.

The college has a great reputation for adult courses, with experienced teaching staff, a great easy to access campus, and the opportunity to progress. We have a strong community where students are put first, and we strive to improve our student’s lives every day.

Whether you’re looking to improve your skills for personal growth, employment, or further education, our courses are designed to meet these needs.

Further information can be located here: College Life

The course is suitable for ESOL Level 1–2 learners who want a practical, vocational next step.

The course is free to students in receipt of a relevant benefit, on a low income, or unemployed and in receipt of JSA. Our Learner Services Team can discuss this with you when you come in to enrol.

For more information about financial support, please visit: https://wvr.ac.uk/college-life/financial-support 

For personalised advice on funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494 400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.

Please ask our Learner Services Team about any fees incurred with this course.