National Accreditation Authority For Translators And Interpreters
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Invitations issued for 189 visas have dropped from 1500 to 300 in the last 12 months. 60 points seems no longer to be cutting it with even a lengthy waiting period for those on 70 points, points are now more important than ever before.
If you are looking to boost your points don’t overlook the Credentialed Community Language options. The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) tests candidates in their ability to translate and interpret between English and a their chosen language other than English (LOTE).
The Test is offered in 47 different African, Asian, and European languages (for a full list, see the NAATI website here). During the test, the candidate is played short recordings of speech in either English, or their chosen LOTE. The candidate then has to give an oral translation of the speech, and they are marked on their ability to accurately transfer meaning between the two languages.
The NAATI is running the tests in May, June, August, October, and December this year, in every capital city except Darwin. Normally, applications to sit the test can be submitted online, however applications have been temporarily closed until early May.
For visa applicants who are comfortable switching between English and another language, this test is a relatively simple way to gain valuable points towards their visa.
Don’t like tests? Another option to gain 5 points is to complete one of these courses https://www.naati.com.au/other-information/endorsed-qualification-institutions/current-naati-endorsed-quals/