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Certificate & Degree Programs 2020-2021 SPANISH INTERPRETING FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY IN SPANISH INTERPRETING FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS (120 CLOCK HOURS; CODE 1118N) Division: Healthcare Program Manager: Jennifer Kline The Certificate of Competency in Spanish Interpreting for Healthcare Professionals prepares bilingual healthcare workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain certification as a Spanish medical interpreter. Program participants will be introduced to the field of interpreting, professional ethics, legal issues, standards of practice, and cultural awareness across both languages during this 120-hour program that includes a 40-hour externship. Emphasis is placed on practicing interpretation in the consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have exceeded the minimum training requirements for certification and will be eligible to take national certification examinations through the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI). Program Notes: Program participants must demonstrate proof of prior healthcare worker experience during the enrollment process. Externship hours are site specific and may require attendance any day of the week, including during unscheduled days and times. This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid. Admission Criteria: 1. Health and safety documents 2. Current and valid government issued photo identification 3. 18 years of age to enroll 4. High school diploma or GED 5. Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (DPS) 6. Proof of Immunizations 7. Healthcare Level CPR Card 8. Healthcare signature form completed by physician 9. MCCCD Supplemental Background Check 10. MCCCD Random Drug Screen showing negative results Pre-Admission Testing: Receive a "Pass" on the bilingual written exam Receive a "Pass" on the bilingual oral exam Reading SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY (63.5-99 CREDITS; CODE 3673) To qualify, students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. Division: Health Sciences Program Director: Brandy Thompson 213