PSP50922 Diploma of Interpreting (NAATI Endorsed)
Description of the Qualification
This qualification covers the competencies required to interpret from a source language to a target language, in general dialogue and monologue settings where the interpreter can physically control the discourse to assist retention and recall.
The Diploma of Interpreting prepares interpreters for work typically in the community and business domains, including general health, welfare and community services, educational and social contexts, and tourism. As well as interactions such as initial police interviews, over-the-counter interviews in customer and community information services, non-complex disability assistance, and other informal business and workplace interactions.
Course Information for Minor Language
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Packaging Rules |
A total number of 12 units are selected for the completion of this qualification including 5 core units & 7 elective units as listed below: |
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Unit Title |
Core/ Elective |
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PSPTIS102 |
Apply codes and standards to ethical practice |
Core |
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PSPTIS104 |
Prepare to translate or interpret |
Core |
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PSPTIS112 |
Interpret in general dialogue settings |
Core |
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PSPTIS114 |
Manage interactions in general settings |
Core |
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PSPTIS115 |
Use routine subject area terminology in two languages |
Core |
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PSPTIS103 |
Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments |
Elective |
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PSPTIS116 |
Demonstrate routine language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts |
Elective |
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PSPTIS118 |
Use routine health terminology in two languages |
Elective |
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PSPTIS119 |
Use routine legal terminology in two languages |
Elective |
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PSPTIS117 |
Use routine education terminology in two languages |
Elective |
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PSPTIS145 |
Apply codes and standards to professional judgement |
Elective |
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PSPTIS113 |
Interpret in general monologue settings |
Elective |
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No specific entry requirements for this qualification are outlined in the
qualification description. However, students must:
However, before enrolling in this course, the students must:
- Have satisfactorily completed Year 12 of secondary education or its equivalent or have appropriate and;
- Have competent in English (a minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent); or
- Have completed an EAP program at upper intermediate level or equivalent; or
- Demonstrating vocational proficiency through an entrance examination consisting of two dialogues in a para-professional level interpreting the test. Students will have to achieve 50 percent or higher in order to be admitted into the program.
- Suppose it is determined that the student need to complete a Language. In that case, students with no formal qualifications are required to successfully complete the LLN test and meet with the Academic Manager to be admitted.
Students are required to complete 12 units of competency.
Delivery time frames:
- The approximate delivery hours required to complete the PSP50922 Diploma of Interpreting are between 800-1000 hours.
- Attendance and academic progress are monitored throughout the course.
A range of assessment and evidence-gathering methods and techniques are used, including 2 – 4 or more method for each unit of competency. For this course, methods include:
- Questions and answers
- Case studies/scenario discussions
- Multiple choices/true or false questions
- Interpreting and reflection tasks
- Simulated interpreting practice
- Writing reports/essays
- Formal examinations
This qualification is a NAATI-endorsed qualification.
Note: For more information regarding the latest course information and timetable, please get in touch with SIIT Marketing Team by 1300 769 588 or email: info@siit.nsw.edu.au.
Available Intakes
| Name | Course Start Date | Course End Date | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 13 Jul 2026 | 13/07/2026 | 03/01/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 13 Jul 2026 | 13/07/2026 | 03/01/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 10 Aug 2026 | 10/08/2026 | 31/01/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 10 Aug 2026 | 10/08/2026 | 31/01/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 07 Sep 2026 | 07/09/2026 | 28/02/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 07 Sep 2026 | 07/09/2026 | 28/02/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 12 Oct 2026 | 12/10/2026 | 04/04/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 12 Oct 2026 | 12/10/2026 | 04/04/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 09 Nov 2026 | 09/11/2026 | 02/05/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 09 Nov 2026 | 09/11/2026 | 02/05/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - BNE - 07 Dec 2026 | 07/12/2026 | 30/05/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 07 Dec 2026 | 07/12/2026 | 30/05/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 18 Jan 2027 | 18/01/2027 | 11/07/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 15 Feb 2027 | 15/02/2027 | 08/08/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 22 Mar 2027 | 22/03/2027 | 12/09/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 12 Apr 2027 | 12/04/2027 | 03/10/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 17 May 2027 | 17/05/2027 | 07/11/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 15 Jun 2027 | 15/06/2027 | 06/12/2027 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 12 Jul 2027 | 12/07/2027 | 02/01/2028 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 16 Aug 2027 | 16/08/2027 | 06/02/2028 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 13 Sep 2027 | 13/09/2027 | 05/03/2028 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 11 Oct 2027 | 11/10/2027 | 02/04/2028 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 08 Nov 2027 | 08/11/2027 | 30/04/2028 | |
| (PSP50922) DI - Full Qualification - SYD - 06 Dec 2027 | 06/12/2027 | 28/05/2028 |
CRICOS Code:
112194J
AQF Level:
Level 5
Course Duration:
25 Weeks, incl. 20-Week Training and 5-Week Breaks
Training Package:
PSP – Public Sector
Code and Title of Qualification:
PSP50922 Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE – English)