Only those with a Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting (or higher) can request this Level 4 qualification.

The Certificate is awarded upon successfully complying with all requirements and portfolio criteria set by the Awarding Body.

As a result, you will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to become a trauma-informed interpreter, to understand bias and manage effective cultural interventions.

This course does not include any tutor support.

Coursework and assessments will be required of those who wish to claim their level 4 certificate.

• The history of Victim Services in the UK
• Protocols for working within these settings
• Intricacies of interpreting for victims and survivors of violent crime, domestic abuse, child abuse, victims of torture, human trafficking and modern slavery
• Vicarious trauma and how you can develop a self-care plan
• Cultural interventions to promote survivor autonomy

• Ability to conduct self-study
• Completion of coursework and assessments (for those who wish to claim their level 4 certificate).
• Fast internet access
• Headphones and microphone (we suggest the Sennheiser PC8 USB)

NB: this course is NOT suited for beginners. Please see Level 3 Community Interpreting instead.

£240 (assessment /registration /certification fee)