Goal: to become a eng-kor translator?

How to Become a Professional Translator in 7 Detailed Steps 2018

• Language Skills
  • Fluency in both the source and target languages.
  • Most translation companies will only hire native speakers of the source language.
  • Have a mastery of the target language and good knowledge of different dialects, punctuation, grammar, axioms, slang, variants, styles, jargon, and euphemisms.
    • Axioms = a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true.
• Computer Skills
  • Adept at multiple computer programs
    • MS Office programs, Photoshop, InDesign.
  • Knowing how to use CAT (Computer Assisted Translation) tools
  • Knowing how to use HTML is recommended but not required
  • Good typing skills; above average typing speed and accuracy
• Business Skills
  • Many translators today are freelancers.
  • Have knowledge in marketing and sales.
  • Tenacity to deal with competition.
  • Be punctual and organized.

Korean Language Classes/Courses

Interpretating & Translating Courses

• MCIS Translator Training
  • Toronto/North York
  • On Site or Online
  • Requirements
    • An excellent command of the English language (both writing and reading skills)
    • Good writing skills in working languages
    • Computer literacy (ability to type in English and the other working language(s))
    • A working laptop with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat Reader to bring and use in the class (Chromebooks or tablets may not be used)
    • Research skills (needed for modules on terminology, reference material and stylistic guides)
    • Cultural competence (both cultures of translation)
    • Post-secondary (university or college) degree/certificate

Other Korean Learning Alternatives

• Duolingo
  • Free
  • Doesn't teach grammar
• Rosetta Stone
  • Paid