Student Pathway 2021−2022 Health Care Interpreter – Certificate In
Certificate In - Health Care Interpreter
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.
Program Contact: Erin Dolin | Program Counselor: Brandon Huebert
This map is meant to be used as a tool in discussions with your counselor towards creation of your personalized Student Education Plan (SEP)
Recommended Pathway
Semester 1:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health 14 | Interpreting in Health Care I | 4 | - |
| Semester Units: 4 | |||
Semester 2:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health 15 | Interpreting in Health Care II | 4 | Health 14 must be completed within 2 years prior to enrollment in Health 15 and 16 |
| Health 16 | Field Work in Health Care Interpreting | 4 | Co-Requisite – Health 15 Health 14 must be completed within 2 years prior to enrollment in Health 15 and 16 |
| Semester Units: 8 | |||
- Apply for Health Care Interpreter Certificate through Department
Recommended Courses
- Office Technology 10
- Biology 20
- Biology 22
