Over 8 weeks you will learn about Victim Services, the protocols for working within these settings and most importantly the intricacies of interpreting for victims and survivors of violent crime, domestic abuse, child abuse, victims of torture, human trafficking and modern slavery.

Additionally, you will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to become a trauma-informed interpreter, to understand bias and manage effective cultural interventions. We will also discuss vicarious trauma and how interpreters can recognise the signals and develop a self-care plan for interpreting in traumatic settings.

• The history of Victim Services in the UK and the protocols for the interpreters working in these settings
• Interpreting for victims of violent crime, domestic abuse, child abuse and sexual assault
• Interpreting for victims of torture, human trafficking and modern slavery
• Vicarious trauma and self-care
• Cultural interventions to promote survivor autonomy

Learners will also receive a complimentary copy of The Interpreter’s Manual upon completing the course.

• Level 3 qualification in Community Interpreting or higher
• Ability to conduct self-study
• Fast internet access and the latest version of Skype for your weekly sessions
• Headphones and microphone (we suggest the Sennheiser PC8 USB)

NB: this course is NOT suited for beginners.