Medical Interpreter Certificate Training
Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary.
The course provides intensive practice via oral, role plays on a variety of medical topics.
The student will also be introduced to VRI (Video Remote Interpreting) and OPI (Over the Phone Interpreting).
Offered in collaboration with TransFluenci EDU, this course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certificate Exam.
Students must be fully bilingual and must be fluent in English and one other language.
This program meets the National Board of Medical Interpreter Certification training requirement and prepares you to pass the national certification exam.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion from the college and may elect to apply for national certification. Certification fees are not included.
Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Because a language assessment is required, students must register at least two weeks in advance.
20 Sessions | CRN 81983 Tuesday & Thursday, February 13 - April 25 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - LRON 20 Sessions | SUMMER 2024 Tuesday & Thursday, June 4 - August 13 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - LRON