Translation (English and Spanish)
Undergraduate Certificate
Translation certification
Use your language skills to make a difference! Learn how to provide Spanish to English translation accurately and effectively with our undergraduate certificate in translation. You can help connect people from different cultures, start a career in international fields and improve your bilingual skills.
This program is open to all undergraduates and focuses on Spanish to English translation. The credits you earn can also count toward a Spanish Major as part of your B.A. or B.S. degree.
Program Snapshot
Why study English to Spanish and Spanish to English translation?
Discover how to translate between Spanish and English while enhancing your reading, writing and speaking abilities. Gain confidence as you practice translating both spoken and written words, and explore the connections between language, culture and context. Mastering these skills can open doors to exciting careers in fields like healthcare, law, business, education and more.
Join discussions, complete hands-on activities and take courses that teach real-world skills. When you finish this program, you’ll earn a Spanish to English translation certificate and gain the tools you need to build experience as a bilingual professional. You'll be prepared to build experience as a cultural advisor, language consultant, interpreter or coordinator for international business deals.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll do:
- Learn how to translate between English and Spanish.
- Discover the artistic, ethical and cultural aspects of translation.
- Explore Spanish grammar, sounds and regional differences.
- Practice Spanish communication skills for work settings.
- Improve Spanish writing skills for different styles and purposes.
With hands-on classes and an internship, you’ll get real-world experience and grow your confidence in bilingual settings. You can even take a translation course or do your internship in a Spanish-speaking country.
Highlights of the Spanish to English translation certification
Through the translation certificate at CMU, you can:
- Experience the culture: Study abroad in Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Spain and beyond.
- Earn while you learn: Land an internship in our Spanish to English translation program and gain résumé-boosting experience as you study abroad.
- Shape your future: Develop a practical skill that will boost your marketability in a multicultural world.
- Grow your network: Get involved in our Spanish-focused student clubs, including the Spanish Honorary Society and the CMU Spanish Club.
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