Naati

NAATI approved courses are translating and interpreting qualifications offered by NAATI.

The course extends for 24 weeks. Applicants can pursue the below NAATI approved courses:

• Diploma of Interpreting
• Advanced Diploma of Translating

Eligibility:

• Age Requirements: 18 years or above
• Appear for the entry examination conducted by NAATI approved institute
• Supply copies of documents including IELTS/PTE score, visa, and health insurance and Australian qualifications

The following visa holders can apply for the NAATI accreditation test:

• Student Visa subclass 500
• Temporary Graduate Work Visa subclass 485
• Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482

Note: The visa must offer minimum 6 months of stay in Australia.

• Applicants who fulfil the eligibility criteria and successfully complete a NAATI approved course can apply for NAATI accreditation without even taking the NAATI test.
• Applicants who have completed NAATI accreditation at the paraprofessional level are eligible to request for CCL (Credentialed Community Language).
• NAATI accredited individuals can claim 5 extra points towards points-based migration visa.

The NAATI Accreditation process can be completed as follows:

• Pass the NAATI Accreditation Test
• Successfully complete a NAATI Approved course
• Demonstrate association with a recognized translating or interpreting professional organization
• Completed specialized tertiary qualification in translation/interpretation from a recognized overseas institution

The NAATI CCL test is designed to impart 5 bonus points to the international applicants who desire to immigrate to Australia under the point-based General Skilled Migration Test.

Eligibility:

• Visa holders of subclasses 489, 190 and 189 can apply for the NAATI CCL Test.

• On the successful completion of NAATI approved course from a recognized institution, your institute can recommend you for NAATI accreditation.
• Applicants must have graduation in an approved language and possess the grade mandatory for recommendation during the final practical examination.
• Applicants recommended for NAATI accreditation must submit an accreditation application to NAATI within 3 years after the date of completion.
• Applicants must supply evidence of regular work experience in translation/interpreting industry from a recognized organization or company.