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British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters help deaf and hearing people communicate with one another.
You'll need a degree or Level 6 award in both British Sign Language and interpreting. You would also need an approved qualification in interpreting like:
You'll usually need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.
You could work for an organisation that supports deaf people, or in a school or college, for example, as an educational support assistant. You could then do your British Sign Language qualifications on the job to qualify as an interpreter.
Volunteering
Getting involved in deaf clubs or centres for deaf people is a good way of getting experience and may give you the opportunity to get relevant training.
You could qualify by registering as a trainee sign language interpreter (TSLI). To register, you'll need:
You'll need to register with the National Registers of Communications Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind People. Many interpreters work freelance or through agencies and often get work through recommendations of people who have already used their services. It's important to have knowledge and an appreciation of deaf culture and the issues facing the deaf community.
You'll need:
In your day-to-day duties you may have to:
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