Introduction to Criminal Law for Interpreters and Translators

The live event has passed. Webinar Date: 25th November 2020, 5:00pm - 6:30pm.

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.

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.

Neonatology is a subspecialty of paediatrics that specialises in the medical care of newborn infants, especially those that are ill or premature. It is a hospital-based specialty and is usually practised in neonatal care units. In Australia, around eight per cent of babies are born prematurely (before 37 weeks’ gestation) every year (Better Health Vic).

Paediatrics & Child Health is a branch of medicine centred on the health and medical care of infants, children and adolescents.

Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that specialises in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eye. Globally, at least 2.2 billion people have a near or distant vision impairment. In at least 1 billion – or almost half – of these cases, vision impairment could have been prevented or has yet to be addressed (WHO 2020).

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) is a medical specialty which is focused on the ears, nose, and throat. It is also called otolaryngology-head and neck surgery as the specialists are trained to treat patients with disorders and diseases of the ears, nose, throat and other structures of the neck/face.

Geriatric medicine or Geriatrics is a specialty that focuses on the health care of people aged 65 and over who usually have more than one age-related condition.

Oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with tumours, cancer and providing care/treatment for patients diagnosed with cancer. The most common cancers in Australia (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) are prostate, breast, colorectal (bowel), melanoma and lung cancer (Cancer Council Australia).

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), mental health is “a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.” Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioural disorders.

Anaesthesiology is the medical specialty concerned with the perioperative care of patients before, during and after surgery. It encompasses anaesthesia, intensive care medicine, critical emergency medicine and pain medicine.

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 builds on Chuchotage 1 Module and aims to provide interpreters with an understanding of when and how to apply this essential mode in medical and legal interpreting settings. Chuchotage 2 module focuses on strategies for resolving simultaneous interpreting challenges. It also provides participants with an opportunity to practice and polish this essential interpreting mode through practical interpreting exercises in legal and medical contexts.

The ST module also aims to assist interpreters in developing skills for producing a sight translation that is faithful to the original and easy for the listener to follow in the target language.

This online course aims to assist interpreters in enhancing their assignment preparation strategies which include obtaining relevant information prior to the assignment, researching the specialist domain using reputable resources and seeking a detailed briefing on the day of the assignment.