TRIN 2037 - Interpreting in Legal Settings

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

This course prepares students for interpreting in legal settings. Coursework includes an overview of the justice system at the federal, state, and local level; regulatory frameworks regarding language access; types of situations in which interpreters may be called upon; ethics and decision-making; a range of legal proceedings and settings; and certification opportunities for interpreters. Students will practice with domain-specific materials and have the opportunity to develop a domain-specific glossary. In order to enroll in this course, students must have received a rating of Advanced High or higher on the American College Teachers of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) in their weaker language; advanced-mid is accepted on a case-by-case basis and requires a commitment to further study of the weaker language. Prerequisite(s): TRIN 2022 with a grade of C or higher, or concurrently enrolled. Note: students concurrently enrolled in prerequisite course must contact Records Office for verification.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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