The course is open to all mother tongues, provided English is your B language. It is ideal for interpreters who want to polish delivery into English, improve comprehension of English nuances, and gain confidence through coached practice.

Fly into Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It offers direct flights from major hubs including London, Amsterdam, Paris, Frankfurt, Sao Paulo, Doha and Dubai.

It may be cheaper to search for flights to Johannesburg and then book a separate domestic flight to Cape Town using local airlines such as FlySafair, Lift, Airlink or SAA. You can also compare flights on Google Flights or Travelstart.

If you arrive internationally at O.R. Tambo in Johannesburg and connect to a domestic flight, you will need to collect your luggage and check in again for your local flight.

After international arrivals, turn left and follow signs for Terminal B / domestic departures, then take the escalators or lift to the departure level. Allow at least 2 hours between international and domestic flights, and more if you want extra buffer for delays.

Cape Town International Airport is around 20–25 minutes from Workshop17. Transport options include Uber, airport taxis, pre-booked shuttles and the MyCiTi Bus to the city centre. Transfers are not included, but the team can advise on the best options.

Only travellers from Yellow Fever regions must show a vaccination card. Optional vaccines include Hepatitis A/B, Tetanus and Typhoid; consult your doctor for personalised advice.

Cape Town has excellent healthcare. There are many doctors’ rooms and clinics in the vicinity. Nearby facilities include Mediclinic Gardens, Mediclinic Cape Town, Booth Memorial Hospital and Netcare 911 ambulance emergency services, Tel: 082 911. The Team will gladly assist in finding you the best care for your needs. Please bring travel or medical insurance, your medication and prescriptions, and let the team know about any medical condition they should be aware of.

Cape Town is not a malaria area. If you plan to visit Kruger Park or the northern part of KwaZulu-Natal near Mozambique, consult your doctor about malaria precautions.

• Light summer clothing and a warm layer for evenings
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
• Notebook, pens and an interpreting recording device, such as a smartphone
• Laptop computer and headphones
• Personal medication and prescriptions

Cape Town is vibrant and welcoming. As in any major city, keep valuables secure, avoid walking around with valuables visible, use hotel safes, use Uber or hotel-arranged taxis, and stay aware of your surroundings. Workshop17 and the surrounding area are well patrolled and secure.

The local currency is the South African Rand (ZAR). ATMs and card payments are widely available. Bureau de Change services can be found at Johannesburg or Cape Town International airports, hotels and large centres like the V&A Waterfront. However, avoid carrying large sums of cash and never accept help from strangers at ATMs.

Budget roughly USD $50–$150 per day for coffee, meals, souvenirs and optional outings, depending on your tastes and activities. Accommodation and optional activities are extra.

Allowed quantities include: 2 litres of wine or 1 litre of spirits per person over 18, cigarettes not exceeding 200 units, cigars not exceeding 20 units, 250g of cigarette or pipe tobacco, perfume not exceeding 50ml and eau de toilette not exceeding 250ml per person. You can bring vapes into South Africa, but only enough for personal use – 2 or 3 devices and enough liquid for your trip.

South African customs officials may check for and confiscate fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy or meat found in your luggage.