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NAATI is the acronym of National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters. |
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How many languages offer in AITI? |
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| Currently AITI focuses on Chinese ↔ English translation and interpretation, offering such courses as Chinese→English Translation, English→Chinese translation, Chinese and English two directional interpretation. Students may opt for 2-year, 1.5-year, 1-year, and 0.5-year courses based on their own circumstances and needs. Details |
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What is NAATI and NAATI Approved Courses? |
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| NAATI is the acronym of National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters. It is the only authority in Australia responsible for translation and interpretation accreditations and recognitions. NAATI is also the organisation designated by DIAC to conduct occupational assessments for translators and interpreters. |
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| NAATI Approved Courses are those approved by NAATI that will lead to certain awards. In general, there are two ways to obtain NAATI accreditation. One is to sit examinations held by NAATI; the other is to do a NAATI approved course and successfully pass relevant examinations in the course of study. The statistics over the years shows that the accreditation rate through sitting NAATI examinations has been fairly low – less than 10%. This is mainly because the candidates are unfamiliar with the examination formats and criteria, nor have they undergone systematic training and practice. The best way to solve this problem is to enroll in a NAATI approved course. The systematic and specific study of translation knowledge and techniques offered in such a course will lead to NAATI accreditation. Details |
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Do I still need to sit a NAAT examination for professional accreditation after successfully completing an AITI course? |
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| AITI’s Advanced Diploma of Translating, and Advanced Diploma of Interpreting are NAATI approved courses. Successful completion of either course earns a student the eligibility to directly apply for NAATI professional (Level 3) accreditation. There is no need to sit a NAATI examination. |
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What qualifications/certificates will I get once successfully completing an AITI course? |
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| After successful completion of an AITI course, you will obtain an Advanced Diploma and a NAATI professional (Level 3) accreditation certificate. |
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Can I undertake an AITI course while doing part-time job(s)? |
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| Yes, you can. Students may opt for a full-time or part-time AITI course, depending on their circumstances and needs. However, overseas students should be aware of their visa requirements. If their visas do not require otherwise, they can certainly do a part-time course with us. |
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Where is AITI? |
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AITI has two campuses – Melbourne Campus and Geelong Campus.
Melbourne Campus is located in the busy CBD of Melbourne city, enjoying the convenience of all forms of public transport. Details
Geelong Campus is located in the centre of Geelong city, close to the beautiful beaches of Geelong, and is only five minutes’ walk from Geelong train station. Details |
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Will AITI provide opportunities for further study? |
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| AITI collaborates with reputed universities in Australia developing pathways to other courses to meet the students’ needs for further study once they complete their AITI course. Details |
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What are the future directions of development for AITI graduates? |
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Further study
AITI collaborates with famous universities in Australia and has developed some pathways courses to meet the further study needs of students who have completed an AITI course. Details
Professional job as a translator or interpreter
A professional NAATI certificate not only enables you to undertake the job of a translator or interpreter with a professional translation company, you can also do jobs associated with translation in various fields. For example, the Australian government departments and agencies need a large number of interpreters and translators, and so do hospitals, banks, travel agencies, companies, business organisations, meetings and exhibitions. Interpreters may work in a wide range of areas including seminars, conferences, police investigations, law, health, education, real estate, insurance, international conferences, business negotiations, and even interviews. Translators’work may involve the translation of certificates, research documentation, contracts, brochures, and materials regarding international economy and trade. Details
A NAATI certificate creating the advantage of undertaking jobs in areas such as foreign trade, education, law, and counselling. |
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What shall I do if I have difficulties with my study or life? |
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| AITI places much priority on students’ needs, offering a wide range of support services including study advice and tuition, psychological counselling, language assistance, health counselling, employment advice and visa guidance. Such support services will help students adapt to the new environment quickly so that they can smoothly complete their study in Australia. Details |
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What is the living environment in Melbourne and Geelong like? |
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Melbourne has many time been rated as the “most liveable city in the world”. It has picturesque landscape, agreeable climate, vibrant urban life, colourful multicultural activities and harmonious social environment. Details
Geelong is the second largest city in Victoria. Characteristic of Geelong is the combination of the hustle and bustle of a metropolis and the idyllic charm of the country with agreeable climate and beautiful scenery. It is an ideal place for study. Details |
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What kind of qualifications do AITI teachers hold? |
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| AITI has a high profile teachers team. All teachers hold professional level (Level 3) accreditations or above and most of them have PhD or Master degrees. With years of experience in teaching translation / interpretation as well as work experience, they are amongst the best in the field of translation and interpretation. To further broaden the spectrum of our teaching staff, we have also invited many senior professors from Australian Translators’ Association and China Translators’ Association to be our advisors and guest professors. Details |
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Will AITI help us with accommodation? |
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| AITI can advise students regarding accommodation and offers to assist students making the choice that best suits their needs. AITI has homestay arrangement in place if students ask for the service. Details |
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How to apply for an AITI course? |
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| You may apply for an AITI course via Email Application, Fax Application; you may also come to AITI to apply in person or through our authorised agents. Details |
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