Spanish is the most spoken non-English language in the U.S., sparking the need for professional interpreters. If you are bilingual in both English and Spanish, you can use your fluency to help others communicate. As a professional interpreter, you can assist those in vulnerable situations, such as refugees and immigrants, acting as their communication bridge.
This medical interpreter training program prepares you to work in hospitals, medical offices, and in any healthcare environment where a Spanish interpreter is needed. While this program is not tied to a specific medical translator certification, it prepares you to sit for many of the medical interpreting examinations available in the country.
Through this comprehensive medical interpreter course, you will acquire the three interpreting skills needed for success—simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation. You will also learn the proper transfer of medical terminology into Spanish, divided into the different areas in a hospital and medical specialties. Intensive online interpreting laboratory practices are included in this program.
This medical translation certification bundle will prepare you for a rewarding career as a professional English-Spanish interpreter. Not only will you master interpretation, you will also learn to interpret in a medical setting and be prepared to sit for your state's medical interpreter certification exam.
Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to build skills, gain experience, and prepare for further credentialing, such as a Spanish medical translator certification or other recognized certifications in Spanish medical interpreting.
Instructor(s):Rocío Txabarriaga
Rocío Txabarriaga, MA is vice president of Content Development and co-founder of the Virginia Institute of Interpreting. She is responsible for course planning, development, validation, and maintenance. Ms. Txabarriaga has over 20 years of experience in language services and international business management ranging from independent consulting to senior executive positions, and business ownership. Her extensive experience spans operations, ISO-quality processes, interpreter recruiting and training, qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, as well as in-depth involvement with several language technology platforms. Ms. Txabarriaga has several degrees, including a master's degree from Monterey Institute of International Studies, has earned many certificates, and speaks five languages fluently. Ms. Txabarriaga is also a NASBITE-Certified Global Business Professional and an accomplished writer and public speaker.
Diana Lara
Diana Lara is a licensed court interpreter and Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI™–Spanish) with extensive experience in medical, legal, and community interpreting. She has worked across healthcare systems, public health initiatives, nonprofit organizations, and government settings, providing both consecutive and simultaneous interpreting. Diana currently serves as an adjunct instructor at the University of Texas at El Paso, where she teaches courses in translation and interpreting. She is passionate about preparing future interpreters and translators through practical, real-world training and emphasizes accuracy, ethics, and professional standards in her teaching.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this program are listed below and included in enrollment.
- The Medical Interpreter (eBook)
- Medical Terminology for Interpreters: A Handbook (eBook)
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