Course Overview:
ALTA’s 40-hour self-paced Medical Interpretation Certificate Course is designed for aspiring and working interpreters looking to build or strengthen their knowledge in medical settings. This comprehensive training meets the standard 40-hour requirement— a prerequisite to become a certified medical interpreter through national exams.
What You’ll Learn in the Training:
This course prepares you for real-world medical interpreting and covers topics such as:
- Understanding health disparities in patient care
- The Interpreter Code of Ethics and professional standards
- Key modes and roles of the medical interpreter
- Personal stories and expert advice from nationally certified interpreters
- Proven techniques for accurate and effective interpretation
- An introduction to body systems, medical terminology, tests, and procedures
- Overview of Language Access Laws and compliance
- Cultural competency in healthcare interactions
- Guidance on how to find work as a medical interpreter
What’s Included in the 40-Hour Medical Interpreter Course
For $700, you receive full access to a rich, flexible learning experience:
- 16 weeks of 24/7 online access to all course materials
- Digital resources including:
- Interactive e-book and e-workbook
- Animated slides and recorded lectures
- Quizzes and self-assessments
- Optional live Zoom sessions with an experienced instructor for real-time learning, Q&A, and guided support
- A self-paced format — complete the curriculum on your own schedule within 16 weeks
Optional Live Zoom Sessions with an Experienced Language Instructor
At Alta, we understand that learning a language is more effective when you have real-time support. That’s why we offer optional live Zoom sessions led by certified language instructors.
These sessions give you the chance to:
- Practice speaking in real time
- Ask questions and get immediate answers
- Receive personalized feedback
- Clarify grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation challenges
Whether you’re preparing for a language proficiency test, improving your communication skills for work, or building overall fluency, our live sessions provide an extra layer of support to help you succeed.
Join from anywhere, connect with a real instructor, and get the guidance you need—on your schedule.
Why Choose ALTA?
- Trusted by healthcare professionals and organizations nationwide
- Designed by certified interpreters and instructional experts
- Meets the 40-hour training requirement for medical interpreter certification
