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Medical Interpreter (Spanish/English)

This online course will teach you the skills needed to work as a Medical Interpreter and to sit in any of the Medical Interpreting examinations available in the country.

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$2,595.00 (USD)

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                                200 Course Hrs
                            

                                Code
                                    GES165
                            
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                                9 Months
                            
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Overview

Objective

Outline

Introduction to Medical Interpretation I
1. Medical Vocabulary – The Human Body
2. Pre-anesthesia record form
3. Medical Vocabulary – System and Senses
4. Refusal to permit blood transfusion
5. Medical Vocabulary – Signs and Symptoms
6. Medical Condition form
7. Intravenous Contrast Injection Consent
8. Medical Vocabulary - Facilities and Staff
9. Discharge Instructions
10. Colloquialism
11. Medical Vocabulary - Treatment Procedures, Instruments, Supplies and Medications
12. Industrial Accidents - Workers' Compensation
13. Medical Vocabulary - Pregnancy and Delivery
14. Simultaneous Techniques
15. Consecutive Techniques
16. Interpreting Laboratory Practices
Introduction to Medical Interpretation II
1. Medical Vocabulary - Pediatric/Neonatal Care
2. Medical Vocabulary - Family Planning
3. Interpreting for Hospitals – Parents' Rights & Responsibilities
4. Medical Vocabulary - Communicable Diseases
5. Interpreting for Hospitals - Taking Care of Mom
6. Interpreting for Hospitals - The "Baby Blues"
7. Medical Vocabulary - Sexually Transmitted Diseases
8. Interpreting for Hospitals - Consent for Cath Lab Procedure
9. Medical Vocabulary - Dental Health
10. Interpreting for Hospitals - Environmental History Form for Pediatric Asthma Patient
11. Medical Vocabulary - Substance Abuse
12. Interpreting for Hospitals - OSHA Required
13. Idiomatic Expressions - English into Spanish
14. Interpreting for Hospitals - Adult History Form
15. Interpreting for Hospitals - Authorization for Use or Disclosure of Imaging Information
16. Legal Terminology used in Medical Matters
17. Interpreting for Hospitals - Advance Directive
18. Interpreting Laboratory Practices
Sight Translation for Medical Interpreters
1. Principles of localization
2. Re-structuring techniques
3. Principles of reversibility and non-reversibility of Medical terms
4. Interferences – Filtering syntactical and grammatical interferences
5. Style in the delivery
6. Exam taking techniques - Objective versus subjective grading
7. Transferring of low, regular and high register documents into the opposite language
8. Stability in the transfer
9. Interpreting Laboratory Practices

Requirements

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 8 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.
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 course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites

Instructor

FAQs

Can I register for a course if I am an international student?

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country's regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

Yes, this course prepares you for any Medical Interpreter certification exam as a Spanish Medical Interpreter.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive nine (9) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, your course may be supported by a team of industry experts. You will also receive support from the student advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

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