Sign language interpreter (m/f)

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Sign language interpreters

Sign language interpreters translate spoken language into sign language and vice versa. They overcome language barriers between people who can hear and people who cannot. In Germany there are different ways to qualify as a sign language interpreter.

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Sign language interpreter (University) (m/f)

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You have acquired the knowledge and skills for working as a sign language interpreter at a university and have also completed a final examination. This is then equivalent to a degree in Germany. Your reference occupation is sign language interpreter (University).

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Sworn in sign language interpreter (m/f)

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You would like to work in Germany in court. In this case you need a specific qualification. You need recognition of your professional qualification as a sign language interpreter. And you must be sworn in as a sign language interpreter by a court. You apply for this to the courts. Your reference occupation is sign language interpreter (officially sworn-in).