Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Class

Bridging the Gap is a 40-hour medical interpreter training program developed by the Cross Cultural Health Care Program.

The training is geared to persons who work in a healthcare setting and who play a pivotal role in ensuring that patients and providers understand each other. It is also offered to bilingual individuals wishing to fulfill their 40 hour medical interpreter pre-requisite for National Certification.

At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to demonstrate concrete skills in medical interpretation and patient advocacy.

A unique aspect of this curriculum is its treatment of culture as an integral part of patient-provider communication.

All participants must undergo an initial language skill assessment. Acceptance in the program is dependent upon the outcome.

Cost:

$520 (includes books and materials)

$55 (listening and speaking test)

$55 (non-English fluency test)

Registration for the listening, speaking fluency test and

the Bridging the Gap Program is available by calling

770-956-STAR (7827)

Mon.– Fri. from 9 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.