BSL : Legal Context Interpreting CPD
CPD Masterclass · Online · BSL
Legal Context Interpreting CPD (BSL)
Specialist CPD for qualified BSL Interpreters working in, or preparing for, courts, police stations, and tribunal settings. Includes degree-level content and a CPD Certificate on completion.
24 modules 87 exercises 222 resources 24 CPD hours CPD Certificate
Who is this for?
- Qualified BSL Interpreters seeking CPD in legal contexts
- Interpreters preparing for court, police, or tribunal assignments
- Professionals wanting to offer legal BSL interpreting services
- Those looking to formalise their legal interpreting competence with a CPD Certificate
What you will learn
✓ The UK legal system and court structure
✓ Key laws, offences and legal terminology
✓ BSL interpreting techniques for legal contexts
✓ The Interpreter's role with police, courts and tribunals
✓ Legal glossary building and note-taking skills
✓ Code of conduct for legal interpreting settings
Course content
Part 1: The UK Legal System & Law Courts
The legal system in England and Wales · Criminal and civil courts · Magistrates' Court · Youth Courts · Crown Courts
18 exercises
Part 2: Laws & Offences
Laws and accessibility for Deaf people · Public order offences · Dishonesty offences & police powers · Road traffic offences · Offences against the person · Violence to property · Family law · Housing & property law · Employment legislation · Social security (Welfare Reform Act 2012) · Drugs · Sentencing & prisons
55 exercises
Part 3: BSL Interpreting in a Legal Context
Interpreting techniques · The BSL Interpreter's role with the police · The BSL Interpreter's role in court · The BSL Interpreter's role in tribunal · The Interpreter's code of conduct · BSL note-taking
17 exercises
87 exercises in total (not all mandatory), including glossary building, interpreting planning, interpreting practice, signs/terminology, further reading, and research. Plus 222 resources: further reading, books, articles, links and videos.
Format & access
Format
Fully online (elearning), self-paced
Access
24/7 for 12 months via our elearning platform
Level
CPD Masterclass with substantial Level 6 (Degree) content
On completion
CPD Certificate awarded on successful completion of all modules and final assessment
This training is excellent. I enjoyed the mix of learning materials, both audio and visual and plenty of variation in exercises to complete. The glossary is a great resource that can be used to reference and grow the legal terminology you use. I enjoyed the opportunity to practice Interpreting - it's a good way of practising legal jargon into BSL, to make sure you convey the meaning and intent of the source language.
Rita Layden NRCDP RSLI MVLP
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Best value
Bundle
£399 Worth over £425 Includes
- Full online masterclass
- LanguagePartner™ mentor session
- Team support throughout
Masterclass only
£349 Includes
- Full online masterclass
- Team support throughout
Frequently asked questions
How does linguisttraining.com know about British Sign Language?
We are experts in the translation and interpreting industry in the UK. Our sister company is an LSP who provides Interpreters (including BSL Interpreters) to the public sector. Our speciality is writing courses suitable for specific purposes, so with this Masterclass, we worked with highly experienced qualified BSL Interpreters for the BSL elements, whilst we brought our award-winning expertise to the legal aspects.
Do I need prior interpreting experience?
Yes. This masterclass is designed for practising, qualified BSL Interpreters with existing qualifications.
How long do I have access?
You have 24/7 access to all materials for a full 12 months from the date of enrolment.
Is the course self-paced?
Yes - study entirely at your own pace. There are no scheduled sessions or deadlines.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Successful completion of all modules and the final assessment earns you a CPD Certificate.
What is a LanguagePartner™ session?
A one-to-one mentoring session with a specialist who supports your development and practice. Included in the bundle.