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Japanese Interpreter Courses

Japanese Interpreters are confident communicators who interpret Japanese speech and dialogue into English and other languages (and vice-versa). They work for a wide range of organisations interpreting conversations, formal speeches, work instructions, conference presentations, movie and gaming dialogue, court proceedings, and official statements.

As a Japanese Language Interpreter you could be interpreting the work instructions of a Japanese engineer, interpreting Japanese speakers who are participating in a teleconference, assisting legal professionals during an arbitration hearing, acting as an interpreter during an onsite safety induction for international visitors, interpreting the dialogue of a Japanese film, adding a phrase to your personal glossary of Japanese words and terminology, or visiting Japan to keep your skills fresh and up-to-date.

While the focus of Japanese Interpreters is verbal interactions, you may also be required to translate documents and texts from Japanese into other languages (and vice-versa).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Japanese Interpreters earn?

There are no clear salary figures for Japanese Interpreters working in Australia right now. Increase your earning capacity by obtaining your Master of Translation and Interpreting and seeking accreditation with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). Some Japanese Interpreters work full-time in another field and leverage their Japanese language skills into a lucrative side-hustle.

What are the job opportunities for Japanese Interpreters?

There are no clear employment figures for Japanese Interpreters working in Australia at this time. They are employed by schools and academic institutions, community service organisations and non-profits, scientific and manufacturing companies, hospitals, medical centres, and government and diplomatic agencies.

How do I become a Japanese Interpreter?

To become a Japanese Interpreter you will need native-level fluency in the Japanese language and the skills to interpret Japanese speakers in real-time. Launch your career with a Bachelor of Modern Languages (Japanese) or Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies) along with an undergraduate Diploma of Languages. If you are already fluent in Japanese, try the Bachelor of Arts (Language and Translating) or Master of Translation and Interpreting.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023

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