Certified Translator (CT) training course

Certified Translator (CT)

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Jan-06-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Jan-06-2025

Istanbul
Jan-13-2025

Barcelona
Jan-13-2025

Paris
Jan-20-2025

London
Jan-20-2025

Amsterdam
Jan-27-2025

Barcelona
Jan-27-2025

Dubai
Feb-03-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Feb-03-2025

Istanbul
Feb-10-2025

Barcelona
Feb-10-2025

Paris
Feb-17-2025

Amsterdam
Feb-17-2025

London
Feb-24-2025

Barcelona
Feb-24-2025

Dubai
Mar-03-2025

Istanbul
Mar-03-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Mar-10-2025

Paris
Mar-10-2025

Barcelona
Mar-17-2025

London
Mar-17-2025

Amsterdam
Mar-24-2025

Dubai
Mar-24-2025

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Apr-07-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Apr-07-2025

Istanbul
Apr-14-2025

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Apr-14-2025

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Apr-21-2025

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Apr-21-2025

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Apr-28-2025

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Apr-28-2025

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May-05-2025

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May-05-2025

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May-12-2025

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May-12-2025

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May-19-2025

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May-19-2025

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May-26-2025

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May-26-2025

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June-02-2025

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June-02-2025

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June-09-2025

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June-09-2025

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June-16-2025

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June-16-2025

Amsterdam
June-23-2025

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June-30-2025

Kuala Lumpur
June-30-2025

Dubai
June-30-2025

Istanbul
July-07-2025

Barcelona
July-07-2025

Paris
July-07-2025

Istanbul
July-07-2025

Kuala Lumpur
July-21-2025

Amsterdam
July-21-2025

London
July-28-2025

Dubai
July-28-2025

Barcelona
Aug-04-2025

Istanbul
Aug-04-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Aug-11-2025

Barcelona
Aug-11-2025

Paris
Aug-18-2025

Amsterdam
Aug-18-2025

London
Aug-25-2025

Barcelona
Aug-25-2025

Dubai
Sep-01-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Sep-01-2025

Istanbul
Sep-08-2025

Paris
Sep-08-2025

Barcelona
Sep-15-2025

Amsterdam
Sep-15-2025

London
Sep-22-2025

Barcelona
Sep-29-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Sep-29-2025

Dubai
Sep-29-2025

Istanbul
Oct-06-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Oct-06-2025

Istanbul
Oct-13-2025

Paris
Oct-13-2025

Barcelona
Oct-20-2025

London
Oct-20-2025

Amsterdam
Oct-27-2025

Barcelona
Oct-27-2025

Dubai
Nov-03-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Nov-03-2025

Istanbul
Nov-10-2025

Barcelona
Nov-10-2025

Paris
Nov-17-2025

London
Nov-17-2025

Amsterdam
Nov-24-2025

Dubai
Nov-24-2025

Barcelona
Dec-01-2025

Istanbul
Dec-01-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-08-2025

Barcelona
Dec-08-2025

Paris
Dec-15-2025

London
Dec-15-2025

Amsterdam
Dec-22-2025

Barcelona
Dec-29-2025

Istanbul
Dec-29-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-29-2025

Dubai

Course Details

In the field of professional translation, obtaining the Certified Translator (CT) credential represents a significant step toward achieving recognition and standardization in the quality of translation services. Certified translators are expected to adhere to specific language policies, standards, and rigorous proficiency requirements to ensure that translations convey the intended message accurately and are tailored to the target audience. Mastery in areas such as meaning transfer, textual conventions, and error-free translation is essential for producing reliable translations across various fields, including legal, governmental, and corporate domains.

The Certified Translator (CT) Training Course is designed to equip participants with both foundational and advanced translation skills needed for certification and professional growth. Over five days, participants will develop expertise in identifying and avoiding common translation errors, mastering non-specialized translation tasks, and honing revision techniques. With a curriculum grounded in real-world application, the course prepares participants to excel in the Certified Translator exam and enhance their competence in producing high-quality translations.

At the end of this Certified Translator training course, participants will be able to:

Understand language policy and industry standards critical for certified translation.
Enhance translation skills through a focus on meaning transfer, application of textual norms, and improved language proficiency.
Produce well-written, clear translations that communicate effectively to the intended audience.
Identify various types of errors in translations and develop strategies to avoid these common issues.
Translate diverse document types across different fields and adapt content for various target audiences.
Revise translations by identifying and correcting errors to improve overall quality.
Prepare thoroughly for the Certified Translator (CT) exam and gain insights into assessment expectations.

The Certified Translator (CT) course is ideal for individuals who aim to excel in professional translation, including:

Aspiring professional translators
Experienced translators
Bilingual professionals
Freelance translators
Linguistics and language graduates
Government and legal professionals
Interpreters
Employees in multinational corporations

Course Outline

5 days course

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Introduction to Certified Translator (CT)

Discussing the benefits of obtaining a certified translator credential (CT)
Understanding the role and responsibilities of translators
Reviewing CT candidate instructions
Understanding the language policy for translation tests
Navigating the assessment rubric for CT tasks

Translation Skills Areas

Defining and understanding translation skills areas:

Meaning transfer
Application of textual norms and conventions
Language proficiency – target language

Definition and significance of meaning transfer
Techniques for the correct transferring of the intent and communication content
Techniques for applying textual norms and conventions
Strategies for improving language proficiency in the target language

Error Categories

Describing different error categories and their causes:

Distortion
Unjustified omission
Unjustified addition
Inappropriate register
Unidiomatic expression
Error in grammar, syntax
Error of spelling
Error of punction

Reviewing examples of errors
Understanding the impact of these errors and the importance of avoiding them
Discovering techniques for avoiding and minimizing different error types in translation
Hands-on experience in correcting errors at word, phrase, and sentence levels

Non-Specialized Transition Tasks

Understanding the structure of non-specialized transition tasks
Exploring the elements of the brief:

Domain and text type
Text source and author
Target audience
Translation purpose

Discussing how to use brief information to complete transition tasks
Tips for passing non-specialized transition tasks
Hands-on experience in translating entire texts

Revision of Non-Specialized Transition Tasks

Understanding the structure of revision of non-specialized transition tasks
Exploring the elements of the brief:

Domain, topic and text type
Target audience and translation purpose

Discussing how to use brief information and instructions to complete transition tasks
Tips for passing revision of non-specialized transition tasks
Hands-on experience in revising translations

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