$700.00
ALTA’s 40-hour self-paced Breaking Boundaries in Healthcare® Medical Interpreter Training is a nationally recognized, fully online program for bilingual individuals who want to begin or grow a career in healthcare interpreting. The course is self-guided, meaning there is no instructor teaching the lessons. You will log into your training portal and work through the curriculum independently, at the pace that works best for you.
Inside the course, you will complete approximately 40 hours of required educational content, meeting the national standard for medical interpreter training and preparing you for real-world interpreting in clinics, hospitals, emergency departments, and community health settings.
This program satisfies the 40-hour prerequisite needed to qualify for national certification exams and many medical interpreter positions across the United States.
What You’ll Learn
The training combines essential theory with real-world context, giving you a clear understanding of what it means to interpret safely and professionally in healthcare. Topics include:
• Health disparities and the impact on patient care
• Interpreter Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• Interpreter roles, modes, and decision-making
• Professional conduct and cultural humility
• Strategies to improve accuracy, flow, and memory
• Medical terminology across major body systems
• Diagnostic tests, procedures, and clinical vocabulary
• Language Access Laws and compliance
• Preparing for national certification and finding interpreter work
You will also hear stories and insights from experienced interpreters, helping you connect concepts to real-life situations.
What’s Included
For $700, you gain access to a complete learning experience designed to support you from start to finish.
Self-Paced Coursework (16 Weeks)
You receive full 24/7 access to:
• Interactive e-book and workbook
• Engaging animated lessons
• Knowledge checks, quizzes, and practice activities
• Downloadable materials for ongoing study
• A flexible structure that allows you to learn on your schedule
This is an entirely independent-learning program, allowing you to progress at a pace that works for you within your 16-week access period.
Live Support: Office Hours & Group Coaching
Although the coursework is self-directed, ALTA provides optional live support to help you practice, ask questions, and feel confident for your final exams.
Office Hours (All Languages Welcome)
Office Hours are open sessions led by an ALTA instructor where you can:
• Ask questions about course content
• Review medical terminology or difficult topics
• Practice ethical reasoning through sample scenarios
• Strengthen memory and structure through guided note-taking practice
These sessions are supportive, flexible, and available throughout your enrollment.
Language-Specific Group Coaching Sessions
For bilingual skill-building, students may join weekly coaching sessions designed for their specific language pair. These sessions focus on practical interpreting skills and include:
• Realistic medical role-play practice
• Target-language terminology review
• Instructor feedback to help you grow
• Opportunities to practice aloud with peers
• A safe, encouraging space to build confidence
Students consistently describe these sessions as one of the most valuable parts of their training.
Final Exams
To complete the program and earn your certificate, you must pass two final exams:
1. Written Exam
• Completed online
• Covers ethics, terminology, interpreter roles, and key concepts
• Must be completed during your course access period
2. Oral Exam
• Conducted by phone or video
• Assesses your ability to interpret accurately between English and your target language
• Can be scheduled any time after completing the written exam
You must pass both exams to earn your Certificate of Qualification.
Why Students Choose ALTA
• Trusted by hospitals, healthcare networks, and public agencies nationwide
• Curriculum designed by certified interpreters and instructional experts
• Practical, engaging content rooted in real healthcare experiences
• Live support options to match a range of learning styles
• Meets the 40-hour training requirement for medical interpreter certification
• Warm, responsive student support from enrollment through certification
Your Path to Certification
After completing the coursework and passing both the written and oral exams, you will earn ALTA’s Certificate of Qualification. This confirms that you have completed nationally recognized training and are prepared to work as a qualified medical interpreter in healthcare environments.
ALTA’s Medical Interpreter Training is recognized by both the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) and the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI). Completing the program satisfies the education requirement to pursue national certification through either organization. Whether your goal is immediate employment or long-term professional growth, this training helps position you for success.
Refund Policy
ALTA provides a 14-day money-back guarantee for all self-paced courses and training programs. The refund period begins on the date of enrollment.
To Qualify for a Refund
• Your request must be submitted within 14 days of your enrollment date.
• Refund requests must be sent by email to [email protected].
• Requests submitted after the 14-day period cannot be honored.
