Health Care Interpreter (CA) | Diploma / certificate | Languages | On Campus | 2 semesters | Reedley College | USA

The Health Care Interpretation Certification Program’s purpose is to prepare bilingual and bicultural individuals to develop skills necessary for effective language interpretation in health care settings, to bridge the cultural gap, to develop cultural competency and improve linguistic and cultural communication for health care clients. Interpreters will utilize these skills in community based organizations to provide accurate health care information and perform cultural advocacy as required by Federal law. Prior to entrance into Health Interpreter Program orientation and assessment of bilingual skills is required.