S C O P E

Language Links provides consistent quality by applying proven methodologies for managing assignments and streamlining tasks with translators, linguists and media/production resources.

All Project Management and Quality Control processes are centrally managed and leveraged in-house. Strict cross-check proofing procedures verify quality of all translated content and final formats/outputs.

Our team translators and linguists have been thoroughly pre-screened, evaluated and categorized to conform a powerful network of professionals covering a wide spectrum of subject specialties in the different major languages. Languages & Scope.

The use of a number of collateral technologies, including specialized text management software and glossary administrators, provide critical operational support to optimize processes and improve services and costs for our clients.

Our turn-key media services can also solve specific media platform or format requirements such as voice-overs, subtitling, and any type of DTP solutions.

S C O P E

Language Links manages a network of professionals, both locally and in different regions of the world, ready to solve any specific media platform and/or format issue. We will provide both translation and production/adaptation to provide a new final output in the target foreign language for:

• Graphic lay-outs – all programs/software (for existing publications/collaterals, etc.)
• Website content
• Training presentations in any format
• Dubbing or subtitling of existing A/V
• New graphic or A/V production

On-Site Interpreter Services

Scope

At Language Links we understand the importance of achieving accurate, effective and culturally correct communication in any on-site setting requiring foreign language interpretation.

We provide interpretation (consecutive or simultaneous oral translation) services in all the various types of settings such as conferences, presentations, medical consultations, legal hearings and proceedings, and any other situation requiring an interpreter or team of interpreters.

When needed, we can provide interpretation using headphones/transmission equipment.

Our regular fee for on-site interpreter starts at $45 per hour with a minimum of 1.5 hours. Discounted half-day or full-day rates may apply. Services requiring travel outside the Piedmont Triad area (North Carolina) could be subject to additional travel/mileage fees. Services requiring headphones/transmission are subject to equipment rental fees.

CUSTOMIZED CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH CLASSES

Language Links, Inc. develops and implements Spanish-language learning programs that address specific needs. They are not structured as survival Spanish courses but as programs to acquire Spanish as a second language.

They are focused on developing oral proficiency that will solve both short-term and long-term language needs and goals as previously assessed for student/s of all levels.

Our core curriculum and structured conversational methodology allows our teachers to provide the same formal per module/level to all types of students (not just for professionals in Corporate or Health Care sectors).

Consult details of our core program by accessing the 'Corporate' program. Students with other professional backgrounds/needs can complete the same structured program and advance through the core curriculum. To adapt to student's needs/sector, our teachers will customize the lesson plans accordingly through integration of topical vocabulary, written exercises, and situational role play.

Cost and Rates

Please e-mail or call us to obtain specific conditions and rates associated to our different language-learning programs and services.

Structure & Methodology

Our programs are implemented by trained native teachers working in small groups (3 to 5 persons). Private one-on-one classes are also offered.

They cover a curriculum teaching a sequence of basic usage and vocabulary as well as the most essential grammar concepts through effective application of the principles and techniques of the "conversational" method.

Classes are conducted in the target language and our instructors are highly trained in the application of the most internationally recognized conversational methodologies for teaching Spanish as a second language. This allows to emphasize fluency over language rules while the student naturally develops the capabilities in grammar, usage, pronunciation, and pertinent vocabulary.

SPANISH for Health Care Providers

Language Links, Inc. has developed a Spanish-language teaching program that addresses the needs of health care providers. Our program uses lesson plans based on working in small class groups (maximum 1:5 teacher/student ratio).

The program focuses on quickly developing oral proficiency with classes conducted primarily in the target language and lessons structured to progressively merge grammar and health care terminology through multiple class drills and activities that foster student participation.

Lessons are structured around such topics as the patient-practitioner relationship, patient symptoms, medical tests and procedures, diagnoses and treatment and presented in the context of various medical settings.

A core curriculum book (+ audio CD) provides a core basis and sequence for learning topical vocabulary and key grammar. Even though the use of the book during class time is very limited, it provides the student with explanations of concepts and vocabulary taught in class to review at home.

Unique to our program are the supplemental materials and teacher's lesson guides enhancing the core curriculum. These components, prepared by Language Links, are designed to reinforce curricular learning objectives and to enrich the lessons with additional health care and cultural content of value to medical providers communicating with Spanish-speaking patients.

Click below for more specific information on the Corporate Spanish Program

Curriculum, Learning Objectives & Timeframe