The goal of this training course is to provide experienced medical interpreters with knowledge and skills specific to the delivery of effective, reliable, and comprehensive interpreting in mental health settings. The curriculum outlines a theoretical and practical understanding of the multiple roles of the interpreter as well as relevant clinical, ethical, cultural, and linguistic considerations in the behavioral health field. Additionally, the curriculum will enhance the medical interpreters’ ability to understand, and render culturally responsive communication through practice exercises.
Next Course: Winter 2020/2021
Registration is closed.
Objectives
Medical interpreters participating in this training program will:
- Increase understanding of mental health related issues, common psychological disorders and types of treatments.
- Enhance skills to work in mental health settings.
- Apply the roles of the medical interpreter (i.e., conduit, message clarifier, cultural broker, patient advocate) in mental health settings.
- Acquire and utilize mental health related terminology and vocabulary in English and Spanish.
- Increase understanding in the triadic encounter across various mental health settings.
Function effectively as an integral member of the mental health multidisciplinary treatment team as demonstrated by in-class role plays and group exercises.
Additional Information
Prerequesite
Applicant must have completed a Medical Interpreter Training Program
Fees
Registration: $150 (Fee includes materials and certification of completion.)
Late Registration (after 11/11/2020): $180
Credits/Contact Hours: 30 CCHI, 3.0 IMIA
CE Fees: $40 plus $3.31 processing fee ($43.31)
CE fees are paid separately and in addition to the $150.00 training fee. Contact the office for payment at 508-556-1341 or 508-556-1333.
Equipment
Candidates will be required to have a computer with sound, a microphone and a webcam.
Contact
Martha Benitez
Director of Language Link Interpreter Services
Office: (508) 556-1341
Email: mbenitez@centerforhealthimpact.org
Flavia Perry
Coordinator of Language Link Interpreter Services
Office: (508) 556-1333
Email: fperry@centerforhealthimpact.org