Modification History
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TP Version |
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PSP12 V1 |
First release. Supersedes and equivalent to PSP52310 |
Description
The Diploma of Translating reflects the skills and knowledge required to translate general purpose texts from one language to another to convey information written in plain language to a limited and known audience.
Job roles
Employment in translating varies with the market for translated material in particular languages and domains. The Diploma prepares translators to translate texts where there are limited equivalence problems, plain language and concepts accessible to the general public, and limited requirement for research on the subject beyond client resources. Limited and known audiences may include the clients of community services, educational institutions, community information services and businesses, or may relate to government client relationships. Assignments may involve additional quality assurance 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.
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 also be demonstrated through recognised or accredited language qualifications or through an RTO determined assessment of current competency.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake the Advanced Diploma of Translating or the Advanced Diploma of Interpreting. Articulation into programs in higher education may be possible from this 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 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
10 units of competency are required for this qualification:
Of the 5 elective units, select:
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Core units |
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PSPTIS501A |
Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments |
PSPTIS502A |
Prepare to translate and interpret |
PSPTIS503A |
Apply codes and standards to ethical practice |
PSPTIS508A |
Analyse texts to be translated (LOTE) |
PSPTIS512A |
Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts |
Elective units |
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Group A |
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PSPTIS505A |
Translate general purpose texts from English to LOTE |
PSPTIS513A |
Translate general purpose texts from LOTE to English |
Group B |
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PSPTIS504A |
Maintain and enhance professional practice |
PSPTIS511A |
Demonstrate language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts |
BSBADM506B |
Manage business document design and development |
BSBDIV301A |
Work effectively with diversity |
BSBLEG304A |
Apply the principles of confidentiality and security within the legal environment |
BSBLEG305A |
Use legal terminology in order to carry out tasks |
BSBMED301B |
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
BSBOHS303B |
Contribute to OHS hazard identification and risk assessment |
BSBREL402A |
Build client relationships and business networks |
BSBRKG304B |
Maintain business records |
BSBRSK401A |
Identify risk and apply risk management processes |
BSBSMB406A |
Manage small business finances |
BSBSMB408B |
Manage personal, family, cultural and business obligations |
BSBWRT401A |
Write complex documents |
ICAICT203A |
Operate application software packages |
ICAICT308A |
Use advanced features of computer applications |
ICAICT408A |
Create technical documentation |