Emergency Department- patient messages The following translations were developed by the Hospitals and Translations Project (2020). Supported by CEH, a working group of clinicians and quality staff from 4 Victorian emergency departments, developed the English text...
If you are using existing translated materials, you need to first check whether the content and meaning of the resource is what you are after. Here are some steps to guide you through how to check existing translations. Step 1: Consult with the original producer of...
It is important to check your translated resource with the community. You can do this by running a focus group or consulting with key informers. This will help you find out if any particular words or expressions in the translated resource do not sound natural or are...
1. Take time to consider which languages to select for translations. Consider which community group will most benefit from your resource, and which communities have a low rate of English proficiency. To find out information on new arrivals in the last five years,...
Using existing translated materials may save you time and money, however to use them successfully it is essential that you review and focus test the materials to make sure they are going to have the effect you are hoping for. Step 1: Consult with the original...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Planning for translation Access other tip sheets in this series Information for staff in funded agencies who are responsible for working with accredited interpreters. It provides basic information related to...
This resource is also available in pdf. Download Translation-an introduction Access other tip sheets in this series What is translation? Translation means converting written information from one language into another. Conversion is not restricted to written text. For... 