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Medical Interpreter Certificate Program
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? Work in a high demand and flexible field while helping others understand vital medical information.

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Learn the skills and basic vocabulary needed to start working in the high demand field of medical interpreting.

Become a qualified medical interpreter by completing the Level 1 course (45 hours) and passing the national LanguageLine Solutions Interpreter Skills Test.

COURSES
Spanish-English Medical Interpreter Language Screening
Pass this diagnostic exam before registering for Level 1 of the Medical Interpreter Program. Nonrefundable testing fee applies. ND
Sat 8/24/2019 8/24/2019 11:00-1:00 $25 A05HLT000A
Sat 9/14/2019 9/14/2019 11:00-1:00 $25 A05HLT000A
Spanish-English Medical Interpreting: Fundamental Skills
Learn basic interpreter skills, such as building a personal glossary, and practice medical interpretation through role play. You will also prepare for the national LanguageLine Solutions Interpreter Skills Test. (Cost of LanguageLine test fee and books included in course fee.) Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalency and passing of a Spanish/English diagnostic exam. Payment plan available. For more information call (718) 482-7244. ND
Sat 10/12/2019 12/14/2019 9:00-2:00 $1125 A05HLT002A
REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites

High school diploma or equivalency

Passing appropriate level of Spanish/English Medical Interpreter Language Screening
CAREER PROFILE

Potential Jobs

Medical interpreters can work in a hospital setting full-time, earning $35,000 to $45,000 annually. Or they can work as freelancers over the phone or in person, earning $35 to $55/hour with flexible hours.

Job Market Trends

Employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow 29% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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