Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 1207: To ask the Minister for Education and Science his plans to introduce a certification system for interpreters, especially those working with Government and its agencies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29557/09]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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It is open to providers of higher education to establish and provide certified programmes of education and training in the field of interpreting. For example, I am aware of a programme leading to a Graduate Certificate in Community Interpreting provided by Dublin City University. There are also many people in the interpreting industry who have certified qualifications from outside the State.

It is a matter for those seeking interpreting services, including Government Departments and State Agencies, to determine their requirements depending on the particular context in which the service is required.