Is education an important part of the translation profession?
Yes, on a number of levels. First, you need to have learned to speak or at least read more than one language. And even if you learned both in the home as a child,
at some point you’ll need to understand the requirements of the languages’ grammar and syntax. And you can’t get a degree or certification in translation without education and educational institutions—whether they’re online, universities, or certification programs. Continuing education is also important, as the field is a dynamic one. So you have to stay up to date with the trends in the industry, which means that conferences—both virtual and physical ones—are important.
at some point you’ll need to understand the requirements of the languages’ grammar and syntax. And you can’t get a degree or certification in translation without education and educational institutions—whether they’re online, universities, or certification programs. Continuing education is also important, as the field is a dynamic one. So you have to stay up to date with the trends in the industry, which means that conferences—both virtual and physical ones—are important.-By Adriana Tassini
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