Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Course Name: Spanish-English Translation Certificate Program
A. Course Objective:
The Spanish-English Translation Certificate Program is a 3-course online program designed to train entry-level translators to meet the needs of doctors’ offices, hospitals, courts, law offices, schools and other settings.
Competencies to be achieved:
Knowledge of English and Spanish health, legal and business terminology; knowledge of how to make translation decisions on the basis of the translation requirements; training in cultural competency; preparation to work as a translator in health, legal and business settings.
Program is also designed to help participants prepare to take the American Translators Association (ATA) certification exam.
This training program is offered STATEWIDE.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$2,475 for all three courses
American Translators Association (ATA) exam: Taking the exam is optional. Exam candidates must be American Translators Association members in order to take the ATA Certification exam. Individual ATA membership: $99-$281, depending on discount eligibility. ATA exam fee: $525. ATA practice exam (optional but highly recommended by ATA): $80 for ATA members, $120 for non-members. Exam fees are not included in course tuition and cannot be purchased through University of Arizona Continuing and Professional Education.
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
No books required.
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
No additional supplies required. Technology Requirements – https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs#tech-requirements
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Jo Ann Sanders
Email: sand@email.arizona.edu
Phone number: 520.626.5091
F. Direct Website link to the program: http://ce.arizona.edu/translation
G. Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Specific employers or roles may require a pre-employment background check.
Other requirements needed: Demonstrated proficiency in writing both English and Spanish prior to being admitted to the program. Students must successfully complete an application and Spanish-English proficiency test prior to being allowed to register for the Spanish-English Translation Certificate Program.
H. Refund Policy
https://ce.arizona.edu/policies-and-faq
H. Credentials:
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) - Yes, ATA certification is nationally recognized.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: American Translators Association (ATA), http://www.atanet.org/
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials) - No
Career Pathway: Interpreters and Translators
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies): Yes, the American Translators Association (ATA) Certification is a nationally-recognized credential.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school) - No
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
48
Hours
45
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Industry Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
https://ce.arizona.edu/policies-and-faq
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$2,475.00 Course does not include exam fees
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,475.00 Course does not inclued exam fees
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,475.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,475.00
