English for Speakers of Other Languages
Level 1

Award in Understanding Community Interpreting

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Classroom Aims
Adult
Student type:
Adult
Start Date:
Duration:
15 Weeks
Campus:
Chester Campus, Crewe Campus

The Course

Community interpreters play an important role in helping people from different linguistic backgrounds access services, information and support. This qualification provides an introduction to community interpreting and is ideal for speakers of other languages who are interested in developing their skills or progressing towards work as a community interpreter.

Topics include:

  • The role and responsibilities of a community interpreter
  • Language skills for interpreting
  • Communicating across different situations
  • Understanding how language changes depending on context
  • Interpreting within community settings
  • Public and voluntary services
  • Communication between services and local communities
  • Professional practice and boundaries
  • Developing confidence in interpreting situations

The course explores the skills needed to communicate effectively between people who speak different languages. Particular attention is given to understanding how language and communication can change depending on the situation, audience and service involved.

As part of the programme, you will explore the role of public and voluntary sector organisations and how they interact with different communities. This provides useful context for understanding some of the environments in which community interpreters may work.

The role of the interpreter is also examined, helping you understand the responsibilities involved in supporting clear and effective communication between individuals and service providers.

By the end of the course, you will have developed a greater understanding of community interpreting and the skills involved, providing a stepping stone towards further training or opportunities within community interpreting.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
You could progress to the Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role or expand your knowledge with one of our other Level 1 courses.
£180

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

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Campus:
campus
Start Date:
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Duration:
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Course Level:
level
Campus:
Chester Campus
Start Date:
September 15th, 2026
Duration:
Tuesday 1:00pm - 4:00pm 15 Weeks
Course Level:
Level 1
Campus:
Crewe Campus
Start Date:
September 16th, 2026
Duration:
Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm 15 Weeks
Course Level:
Level 1

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The Course

Community interpreters play an important role in helping people from different linguistic backgrounds access services, information and support. This qualification provides an introduction to community interpreting and is ideal for speakers of other languages who are interested in developing their skills or progressing towards work as a community interpreter.

Topics include:

  • The role and responsibilities of a community interpreter
  • Language skills for interpreting
  • Communicating across different situations
  • Understanding how language changes depending on context
  • Interpreting within community settings
  • Public and voluntary services
  • Communication between services and local communities
  • Professional practice and boundaries
  • Developing confidence in interpreting situations

The course explores the skills needed to communicate effectively between people who speak different languages. Particular attention is given to understanding how language and communication can change depending on the situation, audience and service involved.

As part of the programme, you will explore the role of public and voluntary sector organisations and how they interact with different communities. This provides useful context for understanding some of the environments in which community interpreters may work.

The role of the interpreter is also examined, helping you understand the responsibilities involved in supporting clear and effective communication between individuals and service providers.

By the end of the course, you will have developed a greater understanding of community interpreting and the skills involved, providing a stepping stone towards further training or opportunities within community interpreting.

Community interpreters play an important role in helping people from different linguistic backgrounds access services, information and support. This qualification provides an introduction to community interpreting and is ideal for speakers of other languages who are interested in developing their skills or progressing towards work as a community interpreter.Topics include: The role and responsibilities of a community interpreter Language skills for interpreting Communicating across different situations Understanding how language changes depending on context Interpreting within community settings Public and voluntary services Communication between services and local communities Professional practice and boundaries Developing confidence in interpreting situations The course explores the skills needed to communicate effectively between people who speak different languages. Particular attention is given to understanding how language and communication can change depending on the situation, audience and service involved.As part of the programme, you will explore the role of public and voluntary sector organisations and how they interact with different communities. This provides useful context for understanding some of the environments in which community interpreters may work.The role of the interpreter is also examined, helping you understand the responsibilities involved in supporting clear and effective communication between individuals and service providers.By the end of the course, you will have developed a greater understanding of community interpreting and the skills involved, providing a stepping stone towards further training or opportunities within community interpreting.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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