Conference Interpreting

This short course is composed of video narrated presentations, quizzes and instructional videos to establish best practice when working with VRI method.

This online course will concentrate on developing learners’ knowledge and application of the AUSIT Code of Ethics in their translating and interpreting assignments. Learners will gain knowledge of the ethical requirements for translators and interpreters in Australia.

This self-paced online course aims to provide a general overview of the Australian Legal System and best practices in Court, Legal & Police Interpreting settings.

This online module was prepared in partnership with Macquarie University.

This online module was prepared in partnership with Macquarie University.

The cardiovascular system is an important structure within the human body. Cardiovascular disease is one of Australia’s largest health problem and accounts for 1 in 4 of all deaths.

This online module was prepared in partnership with Macquarie University.

This online module was prepared in partnership with Macquarie University.

Release Date: October 2021. This online module was prepared in partnership with Macquarie University.

The Respiratory System is an important system in our body for gas exchange. It contains a series of organs responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide.

The digestive system consists of the gastrointestinal tracts and accessory organs of digestion; this includes the liver, gallbladder, pancreas and salivary glands.

Nephrology is a specialty of internal medicine that focuses on the diseases of the kidneys. An estimated 1.7 million (10%) Australian adults aged 18 years and over had biomedical signs of chronic kidney disease (CKD) (Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2011–12 Australian Health Survey).

Urology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary tract system and the male reproductive organs.

Neurology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders of the nervous system.

Orthopaedics is the medical specialty that focuses on injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Haematology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study of diseases related to blood.

Endocrinology is the study of medicine that relates to the endocrine system. The endocrine system is a series of glands that produce and secrete hormones that the body uses for a wide range of functions.

Rheumatology is the branch of internal medicine that deals with a variety of conditions affecting connective tissues of the body including joints, muscle, bone, the immune and vascular systems.

Immunology is the branch of biomedical science that study the structure and function of the immune system. The immune system is a complex network of cells and proteins that defends the body against infection.

Gynaecology is the branch of medicine which specialize in women's health, with a focus on the female reproductive system. The gynaecological disorders include menstruation issues, urinary incontinence in women and postmenopausal disorders.

Obstetrics is the branch of medicine concerned with childbirth, caring for and treating women in or in connection with childbirth. Obstetrics involves care during pre-conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately after delivery.

Reproductive medicine is a branch of medicine that specializes in fertility preservation, diagnosing/treating infertility and other reproductive problems. Reproductive medicine also deals with issues related to contraception (birth control) and certain sexual problems.

Sexual health-related issues are wide-ranging and encompass sexual orientation and gender identity, sexual expression, relationships, and pleasure. This module will focus on Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

Dermatology is the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders. Australia has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

Details to be confirmed. Healthcare Interpreting and Translating Module.

This module will cover the specific skills and knowledge required to deliver interpreting services in community interpreting contexts such as health, legal, courts and tribunals

This unit will cover an overview of the note taking techniques that can help interpreters in their long consecutive interpretations, supporting and complementing the use of short-term memory.

This online module aims to provide interpreters with an understanding of what chuchotage is as well as when and how this essential interpreting mode is applied in community settings. Chuchotage 1 Module also provides interpreters with an opportunity to practise basic simultaneous interpreting techniques through practical exercises.

This online module aims to provide interpreters with an understanding of what chuchotage is as well as when and how this essential interpreting mode is applied in community settings. Chuchotage 1 Module also provides interpreters with an opportunity to practise basic simultaneous interpreting techniques through practical exercises.