Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting (Jan24)

Qualification aim

The Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation (RQF) qualification aims to provide aspiring signed language interpreters and translators with the essential knowledge, understanding and skills for a career in the signed language interpreting and translation professions.

Qualification objectives

At the end of this qualification candidates will be able to:

  • demonstrate good practice in their area of professional activity
  • demonstrate their ability to carry out interpreting assignments to a professional standard
  • be fully aware of the role of the professional interpreter and the principles of professional practice
  • evaluate and reflect on performance
  • promote personal and professional development.
Qualification structure

This qualification is designed to give the candidate the flexibility to specialise in 1 or more of the 4 areas of practice covered by this qualification.

The learning objectives and assessment criteria that make up this qualification are based on the National Occupational Standards for interpreting (CFAINT) and translation (CFAPTra) (Instructus 2017).

The qualification is in 2 parts. In order to complete this qualification, candidates must complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2.

Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting (23/24)

Qualification aim

The Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation (RQF) qualification aims to provide aspiring signed language interpreters and translators with the essential knowledge, understanding and skills for a career in the signed language interpreting and translation professions.

Qualification objectives

At the end of this qualification candidates will be able to:

  • demonstrate good practice in their area of professional activity
  • demonstrate their ability to carry out interpreting assignments to a professional standard
  • be fully aware of the role of the professional interpreter and the principles of professional practice
  • evaluate and reflect on performance
  • promote personal and professional development.
Qualification structure

This qualification is designed to give the candidate the flexibility to specialise in 1 or more of the 4 areas of practice covered by this qualification.

The learning objectives and assessment criteria that make up this qualification are based on the National Occupational Standards for interpreting (CFAINT) and translation (CFAPTra) (Instructus 2017).

The qualification is in 2 parts. In order to complete this qualification, candidates must complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2.

Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting 22/23

Qualification aim

The Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation (RQF) qualification aims to provide aspiring signed language interpreters and translators with the essential knowledge, understanding and skills for a career in the signed language interpreting and translation professions.

Qualification objectives

At the end of this qualification candidates will be able to:

  • demonstrate good practice in their area of professional activity
  • demonstrate their ability to carry out interpreting assignments to a professional standard
  • be fully aware of the role of the professional interpreter and the principles of professional practice
  • evaluate and reflect on performance
  • promote personal and professional development.
Qualification structure

This qualification is designed to give the candidate the flexibility to specialise in 1 or more of the 4 areas of practice covered by this qualification.

The learning objectives and assessment criteria that make up this qualification are based on the National Occupational Standards for interpreting (CFAINT) and translation (CFAPTra) (Instructus 2017).

The qualification is in 2 parts. In order to complete this qualification, candidates must complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2.

Interpreter Development Programme for Heritage Signers 22/23

Qualification aim

The Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation (RQF) qualification aims to provide aspiring signed language interpreters and translators with the essential knowledge, understanding and skills for a career in the signed language interpreting and translation professions.

Qualification Objective

This qualification is suitable for people who are either currently working within the field of signed language interpreting and translation or are aspiring towards a career as a professional signed language interpreter or translator.

At the end of the qualification 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

Qualification structure

This qualification is designed to give the candidate the flexibility to specialise in 1 or more of the 4 areas of practice covered by this qualification.

The learning objectives and assessment criteria that make up this qualification are based on the National Occupational Standards for interpreting (CFAINT) and translation (CFAPTra) (Instructus 2017).

The qualification is in 2 parts. In order to complete this qualification, candidates must complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2.

Interpreter Development Programme for Heritage Signers (23/24)

Qualification aim

The Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation (RQF) qualification aims to provide aspiring signed language interpreters and translators with the essential knowledge, understanding and skills for a career in the signed language interpreting and translation professions.

Qualification Objective

This qualification is suitable for people who are either currently working within the field of signed language interpreting and translation or are aspiring towards a career as a professional signed language interpreter or translator.

At the end of the qualification 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

Qualification structure

This qualification is designed to give the candidate the flexibility to specialise in 1 or more of the 4 areas of practice covered by this qualification.

The learning objectives and assessment criteria that make up this qualification are based on the National Occupational Standards for interpreting (CFAINT) and translation (CFAPTra) (Instructus 2017).

The qualification is in 2 parts. In order to complete this qualification, candidates must complete Part 1 and at least one stream in Part 2.