Signature Interpreter Training Courses

Signature – Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation

Byron Campbell

The training team will include a mix of Deaf and hearing people with proven skills and experience in their respective fields of work.

Arora Hotel, Southgate Avenue, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6LW

24th April 2021 (Online)



Replacing the NVQ Diploma, this new qualification from Signature is aimed at Deaf and hearing people who are aspiring to, or are currently working in the field of Sign Language Interpreting and/or Translation. The qualification is in two parts; candidates must successfully complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2 to achieve RSLI or RSLT status.

The course is delivered using a range of methods including lectures, discussions and practical exercises. It is suitable for candidates with Level 6 BSL, good English skills and a desire to work within Signed Language interpreting or translation fields.

English, BSL, Interpreting and/or Translation skills will be assessed before entry onto the course.

Please note, Part 1 is currently running from June to December 2021 and is now full. We will be offering this course again from March next year. All new details will be posted on our website.

This course will be starting early 2022 and is open to candidates who have successfully completed Part 1 or have equivalent studies that can be confirmed as 'approved prior learning' (APL). Please note a skills assessment will be required for entry onto this course.

Part 1 - Theories and Principles of Interpreting and Translation

English, BSL, Interpreting and/or Translation skills will be assessed before entry onto the course.


Part 1 covers the underpinning theories and principles of interpreting and translation. It is mandatory for all candidates.

Learning outcomes:

 
1)    Analyse and evaluate key theories and principles in interpreting and translation 
2)    Maintain skills and systems for interpreting and translation tasks 
3)    Prepare for interpreting and translation assignments 
4)    Plan and implement continuous professional development

 
Candidates must successfully complete Part 1 before moving on to Part 2.

This 14-day training programme, delivered once a month over seven weekends is designed for those wishing to study the theories, principles and strategies of BSL/English or BSL/ASL interpreting, relay interpreting and/or BSL/English translation.

As part of our Part 1 training and assessment programme, we will be offering candidates the opportunity to register with NRCPD as trainees. When candidates are ready we will put you in touch with supervisors that will be able to endorse your NRCPD application if you are working to the required level.

15th/16th May, 12th/13th June, 24th/25th July, 4th/5th September, 9th/10th October, 13th/14th November and 11th/12th December 2021.

£2,750 all inclusive

Part 2 – Undertake professional interpreting and translation assignments

A skills assessment is required for entry onto Part 2.

Part 2 covers the practical skills required for professional interpreting and translating and is divided into four areas of practice, called ‘Streams’. Candidates have the option to specialise in one or more Streams

Stream 1: Interpret between a spoken and a signed language (Optional)
Stream 2: Interpret between two signed languages (Optional)
Stream 3: Interpret within the same signed language (Optional)
Stream 4: Translate between a written and a signed language (Optional)

Learning outcomes for all Streams:

Learning outcomes:

1)    Carry out interpreting tasks as a professional interpreter 
2)    Work as part of a team of professional interpreters and translators 
3)    Use technology effectively to perform remote interpreting assignments 
4)    Carry out translation tasks as a professional translator 
5)    Evaluate performance as a professional interpreter or translator 

Candidates who wish to specialise in more than one stream are required to undertake assessments in all their chosen Streams.

There will be Trainer and Assessor support throughout the programme.

This 8-day training programme, delivered once a month over four weekends, is designed for those who have completed a Part 1 Theory and Practice programme and have experience of working as an Interpreter/Translator.

Programme will commence early 2022, dates to be confirmed.


This part of the qualification will have a series of internal and external (Signature) assessments that will run throughout the programme. There will be specific assessment days for each stream.

At the end of the qualification, successful candidates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate good practice in their area of professional activity
  • Demonstrate their ability to carry out interpreting or translation assignments to a professional standard
  • Be fully aware of the role of the professional interpreter or translator and the principles of professional practice
  • Evaluate and reflect on performance
  • Promote personal and professional development


Byron has over 40 years of experience working as an Interpreter in every domain. As a trainer, he has designed and delivered a wide variety of Interpreter training courses including the Level 6 NVQ qualification and Police and Court courses. He has also lectured on University training programmes and at national Interpreter conferences.

If you have any questions or wish to apply for the Information and Assessment day, please contact training@bsl-link4comm.co.uk/Sms: 07794 405794

£3,150 all inclusive

Details of our 2021 Signature Courses will be published as soon as they become available. For any enquiries, please contact us at training@bsl-link4comm.co.uk