The modular course in Community /bilateral interpreting: Czech-Russian language combination is designed for individuals with advanced language skills who wish to focus primarily on developing their interpreting skills.
The course aims to enhance skills in the field of interpreting and focuses also on acquisition and practical use of specialized terminology. Participants should master community/bilateral interpreting, including note-taking, consecutive interpreting, whispered simultaneous interpreting (chuchotage), interpreter ethics, the role and place of an interpreter, interpreting strategies, mental health, and more.
Upon completion, community interpreters should be able to facilitate language communication between foreigners and Czech-speaking parties, particularly in various official settings (labour office, social and health insurance, tax office, trade license office, etc.), in education, healthcare, and while working for non-profit organizations.