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Interpreter Skills Development

"CyraCom's Interpreter Skills Development course provided our staff with enhanced communication skills that will help our organization provide quality care for the many Limited English Proficient patients we serve. Participants gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for the integral role they play in the healthcare process."

Wendy Edelson, RN, MA, Director of Human Resources
Meridian Health - Meridian, NJ

Interpreter Skills Development Training Course

CyraCom's results-driven Interpreter Skills Development training course provides participants with opportunities to learn and develop effective interpretation techniques. Upon completing this course, successful participants will apply the ethics, standards and protocols of medical interpretation and apply techniques to facilitate effective interaction between Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and healthcare professionals.

This course covers the following fundamentals of medical interpretation:

  • Ethics, standards and protocols
  • Session management techniques
  • Modes of interpretation
  • Cultural responsiveness
  • Code of Ethics for the medical interpreter
  • How to identify and avoid common medical interpretation errors
  • Professional development resources for medical interpreters
  • Techniques on building medical vocabulary
  • Short-term memory and note taking skills

Our expert training staff utilizes a variety of active learning techniques to ensure the participants' effective assimilation and application of the knowledge and skills covered. Training techniques include guided class discussions, recorded listening scenarios, role playing exercises, small group presentations and review quizzes. All activities are designed to reinforce learning and stimulate critical thinking concerning medical interpretation.

This three-day course content, presentation of information and exercises are delivered in English. All participants must be bilingual (English and any other language). It is preferable that participants are working interpreters (employed or contracted) and have a working knowledge of healthcare. Participants receive detailed printed information including the course outline, learning aids and role plays. Upon completion of the course, each participant receives a certificate of completion.

Looking for ways to improve your organization's internal interpreter training program? Email info@cyracom.com or call 800-713-4950 extension 1776 for more information.