Mar 28, 2024  
2019-2020 College Catalog 
    
2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Program Map: World Languages Certificate, Spanish Interpreting Skills Option


If you follow this degree map, you can complete this certificate in three (3) semesters.  See an academic advisor for a customized degree map that works for you.  To earn a Certificate of Achievement in this field of study, you must achieve a minimum 2.0 (‘C’) grade point average on the courses listed below.

Note the Milestones below each semester.  Milestones are reminders of actions you should take during that semester to help keep you on track for certificate completion.

First Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
SPAN 1313 - Spanish III  (Course must be completed with a “C” or better.) 3
SPAN 1413 - Spanish IV  (Course must be completed with a “C” or better.) 3
SPAN 2663 - Spanish Service Learning   3
Total Credit Hours 9

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Download MS Office from MyTCC.
  • Form a study group, join a student organization, or volunteer at a community service site.
  • Visit the writing, math and science, or technology learning centers for free individual tutoring support services.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.

Second Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
SPAN 2113 - Intermediate Spanish I  or SPAN 2213 - Intermediate Spanish II  or SPAN 2483 - Community Interpreting Skills Introduction  (SPAN 21113 and 2213 must be completed with a “C” or better.) 3
Total Credit Hours 3

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor for a graduation check.
  • Visit Career Services to explore career opportunities associated with this certificate.

Third Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
SPAN 2443 - Interpreting Spanish to English   3
SPAN 2543 - Translating English to Spanish   3
SPAN 2463 - Courtroom Interpreting Skills Introduction  or SPAN 2473 - Medical Interpreting Skills Introduction   3
Total Credit Hours 9

Milestone

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor to file for graduation.
  • If entering the workforce after graduation, visit Career Services to build your resume.