Spanish Translation and Interpretation Certificate

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A certificate in Spanish Translation and Interpretation which will develop and augment the training and skills you obtain in the Minor or Major. Two of the courses [SPAN 442 and SPAN 443] currently serve as electives for the minor or major. The remaining two courses [SPAN 454 and SPAN 492 or WL 490] are specific to the certificate. Together, these courses will provide you with training in specified terminology, and practical, hands-on experience in providing translation and interpretation services in medical, legal, and academic situations for needful members of the Central Washington region.

Admission Requirements
Spanish majors and minors must have completed SPAN 341 with a C+ or above. All other students (both matriculated and non-matriculated) must demonstrate equivalent level of proficiency and receive departmental permission.

Required Courses

SPAN 442 - Spanish Translation and Interpretation Credits: (5)
SPAN 443 - Advanced Spanish Translation Credits: (5)
SPAN 454 - Medical and Legal Spanish for Translators and Interpreters Credits: (5)
SPAN 492 - Practicum in Spanish Translation and Interpretation Credits: (5)
OR WL 490 - Cooperative Education Credits: (1-12) (Must be taken for 5 credits.)

Total Credits: 20

College and Department Information

World Languages and Cultures Department
College of Arts and Humanities

Program Outcomes
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