Modification History
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TP Version |
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PSP12 V1 |
First release. Supersedes and equivalent to PSP61010 |
Description
The Advanced Diploma of Translating reflects the skills and knowledge required to translate special purpose texts from one language to another to convey information written using specific terminology for a specific audience.
Job roles
Employment in translating varies with the market for translated material in particular languages and domains. The Advanced Diploma prepares translators to translate texts where there may be significant equivalence problems, the subject of the text has its own specific terminology or where and the need to undertake extensive research and translate complex language and concepts. Specific audiences may be found in commerce and marketing, government and international relations - including immigration, both regular and humanitarian - the media, and sectors generally considered to be professional, such as the law, health and medicine, technology and science. Assignments in these areas can deal with material requiring significant additional quality assurance processes to achieve functional equivalence. The majority of translators are self-employed and are contracted either directly or through translation service providers to work on translating assignments. Translators may be contracted to work in a team and may be required to provide quality assurance checks on the work of other translators.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification through demonstrated language proficiency in English and another language at a level required to undertake and complete the requirements of training and assessment for this qualification. Proficiency may be demonstrated through recognised or accredited language qualifications or through an RTO determined assessment of current competency.
Pathways from the qualification
Articulation into programs in higher education may be possible from the Advanced Diploma.
Certain employment conditions, assignments and work roles may require practising translators and interpreters to have NAATI accreditation. This may be achieved through completion of a NAATI approved qualification at the standard required by NAATI, and/or, through NAATI testing.
RTOs may use the addition of a field of study to the title of this qualification to indicate the language under which the qualification was assessed. For example, if assessment is conducted using Japanese as the language being interpreted/translated, the testamur may bear the wording Advanced Diploma of Translating (Japanese).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
12 units of competency are required for this qualification:
Choose 6 elective units from the list below:
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Core units |
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PSPTIS501A |
Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments |
PSPTIS502A |
Prepare to translate and interpret |
PSPTIS508A |
Analyse texts to be translated (LOTE) |
PSPTIS512A |
Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts |
PSPTIS602A |
Quality assure translations |
PSPTIS603A |
Apply codes and standards to professional judgement |
Elective units |
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Group A |
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PSPTIS601A |
Translate special purpose texts from English to LOTE |
PSPTIS611A |
Translate special purpose texts from LOTE to English |
Group B |
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PSPTIS504A |
Maintain and enhance professional practice |
PSPTIS604A |
Translate multimedia source material |
PSPTIS609A |
Prepare translated transcripts |
PSPTIS612A |
Use translation technology |
PSPTIS614A |
Apply theories to describe and review work assignments |
BSBADM506B |
Manage business document design and development |
BSBDIV301A |
Work effectively with diversity |
BSBITU404A |
Produce complex desktop published documents |
BSBLEG304A |
Apply the principles of confidentiality and security within the legal environment |
BSBLEG401A |
Prepare and produce complex legal documents |
BSBOHS303B |
Contribute to OHS hazard identification and risk assessment |
BSBREL701A |
Develop and cultivate collaborative partnerships and relationships |
BSBRES401A |
Analyse and present research information |
BSBRES403A |
Research legal processes |
BSBSMB401A |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business |
BSBSMB405B |
Monitor and manage small business operations |
CHCORG627B |
Provide mentoring support to colleagues |
CUFWRT301A |
Write content for a range of media |
CUFWRT401A |
Edit texts |