SLNG 2371 - Interpreting in the Medical Setting

Credits: 3
Methods and practice of interpreting skills (consecutive, simultaneous, and sign translation) in medical contexts, including protocols for managing sessions with patients, standards of practice for health care interpreters, roles of the health care interpreters, cultural awareness, legislation and regulations (ADA, Section 405 or Rehabilitation Act, Title VI of Civil Rights Act, HIPAA, HITECH, CLAS), legal status (voluntary, POEC, OPC) common specialties and medications (including physical and mental health), and routine medical equipment.
Lab Required: Yes

Prerequisite(s): HITT 1305.
Type of Course: Workforce