Program Description
This program provides core competencies for healthcare interpreters to deliver context base work when performing the work as a cultural mediator or interpreter. Students will be able to perform in a variety of health settings and will develop a good understanding of the human body and medical terminology. Students further develop an understanding for the domain of culture diversity in the U. S. health care system, insurance procedures, and insurance terminology as well as the referral procedures as used in hospitals and clinics.
Objectives
Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
-Demonstrate knowledge of key medical terms related to the human body.
-Learn basic anatomy and physiology, and the major body systems and functions.
-Relate diseases, illness, and treatment to human anatomy and physiology.
-Demonstrate knowledge of medical equipment, tests, and medication categories.
The impact of culture for better health outcomes
-Understand the concept of culture and how it affects the care giver.
-Understand the connection between language and culture in both languages.
-Learn how the US health care system differs from traditional medicine.
-Demonstrate knowledge of cultural heritage, values, healing practices, family structures and who
influences medical visits.
Healthcare interpreting general, regulatory and legal requirements
-Understand structure of the US healthcare system.
-Understand federal and state regulations surrounding confidentiality, information disclosure, and
mandated reporting.
-Understand the patient’s rights and demonstrate knowledge of patient responsibilities.
-Demonstrate knowledge of HIPAA rules and the effects on medical interpreting.
About the Instructor
Program Cost
The cost per participant is $650.00 per person. The participant gets fully registered with a 50 % down payment, followed by four (4) easy payments. Corporations pay $6,500, the total price for a minimum of 10 participants.
A promotional price of $425.00 is available for the first 15 students that register for our winter program.
Duration
45 hours, including live sessions, home and online assignments.
