Free Level 2 Community Interpreting Preparation Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. This free community interpreting preparation course runs over 26 weeks, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You'll build the knowledge and skills needed to work as a community interpreter, covering professional conduct, communication, and the interpreting process. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll understand the role and responsibilities of a community interpreter.
You'll learn professional and ethical standards expected in interpreting settings.
You'll develop skills in consecutive interpreting techniques.
You'll explore how to manage communication between service users and professionals.
You'll study the contexts where community interpreting takes place, such as health, legal, and social care settings.
You'll practise note-taking and memory techniques to support accurate interpreting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Poplar Campus. Teaching includes group discussion, practical interpreting exercises, and tutor-led input. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that reflect real interpreting situations. Your tutor will give feedback throughout the course to support your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Community interpreter: working in health, legal, or social care settings.
Healthcare interpreter: supporting patients and medical staff in NHS appointments.
Court interpreter: assisting in legal proceedings (further qualifications required).
Local authority interpreter: helping residents access council services.
Education interpreter: supporting families and pupils in school settings.
Telephone interpreter: remote interpreting for public sector organisations.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Community Interpreting: the next step for those wanting to work professionally as a community interpreter.
Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) qualifications: recognised by employers in legal and public sector interpreting.
Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI): a widely respected qualification for interpreters working in health, law, or local government.
