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The Oregon Health Care Interpreters Association, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, website. Looking to complete your interpreter training for qualification/certification? Or to complete Continuing Education Classes?
Utilize the options below to find out more info and register all at once.
NEW SERVICE FROM OHCIA
OHCIA understands the need for health care interpreters to have a safe place to discuss their challenges and receive professional support!
What: Process group for interpreters
How: One hour per month via Zoom
Note: It is offered on the first Monday of each month, unless it is a holiday, in which case it is offered on Tuesday.
Link: Use this link to join the meeting.
Full Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88130414012?pwd=bLBA9P98aBolmvlnHndOYXRdTaN4z2.1
Cost: Free for health care interpreters
There is no need to register, but space is limited to facilitate interaction. It's first come, first served!
Facilitator: Katie Azarow is a licensed mental health and substance use treatment provider with over 15 years of clinical experience. She has ample knowledge of the daily challenges that health care interpreters face while serving others.
Objective: The aim is to create a safe space where interpreters can discuss their experiences with challenging cases, share personal stories, receive feedback from group members and the facilitator, solve tough problems, brainstorm ways to boost their sense of personal success while interpreting, process vicarious trauma associated with interpreting in mental health settings, and foster a sense of community and support while reducing isolation within the field.
Enrollment Requirements for
60-hour Health Care Interpreter Training
OHCIA's Requirements to enter the 60-hour training program:
Be 18 years of age
Have a high school diploma or GED minimum (some exceptions approved directly by The Equity and Inclusion Division in exceptional cases)
Have proof of English proficiency and target language proficiency
Commit to attending the full 60-hour training.
You have to have access to Wi-Fi/internet and to a computer or smart device such as an iPad. If you need a PC, let us know.
Be actively working as an interpreter or you can be new to the industry (in-house or as an independent contractor) in good standing
Note: You don't need 15 hours of interpreting experience to take the training
State of Oregon Health Care Interpreter Credentialing Requirements:
Pass the 60-Hour Health Care Interpreter training above.
Provide documentation:
(1) Valid passport or driver’s license
(2) Must not be on Medicaid Exclusion list (print out search results)
(3) Meet proof of proficiency level in the target language. State of Oregon requirements list here
Our training is fully accessible to Deaf and Hard of Hearing interpreters in compliance with ADA law
CCHI/NBCMI Exam Preparation Workshop
Three-hour workshop (not eligible for CE credit)
Interactive and informative • Language-neutral • Limited capacity class
Date: COMING SOON!
Cost: $55
DELIVERED: Online via Zoom
This workshop is designed to prepare interpreters of select languages for the written and oral exams by the Certification Commission for Health Interpreters (CCHI) and the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI). As a nationally certified interpreting having proved their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, terminology, and ethics as well as interpreting skills will open doors to interpreting opportunities. We will provide an overview of exam content, help decide which board is best for you, and give tips and strategies for passing the national board exams to help you earn your maximum potential.
How to apply for your Health Care Interpreter Credential
Watch this helpful video to learn the steps to apply for your HCI credential.
Continuing Education Units
DELIVERED: Online only
BEST FOR: Interpreters looking to fulfill their CEU requirements to maintain certification/qualification
PROVIDER TRAININGS
Are you a provider who works with interpreters? Would you like to provide training for your staff? OHCIA offers customized training for providers on best practices in working with interpreters. Whether you are looking for a brief 1-hour training on language access laws and recent legislation in Oregon, or an 8-hour review of human anatomy and medical terminology, we will create a training class based on your specialized needs.
Please email susy@ohcia.org for additional information.
Frequently Asked Topics
Is OHCIA the same as OHA/Equity and Inclusion Division?
OHCIA is not the Equity and Inclusion Division and DOES NOT process credentials. You must reach out to OHA/Equity and Inclusion Division for information on credentials.
OHCIA is a non-profit meant to help interpreters complete the 60-hour Health Care Interpreter Training and we provide Continuing Education Unit classes online.
What is the OHA/Equity and Inclusion Division?
The Equity and Inclusion Division is the part of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) that oversees and regulates the certification and qualification process for Health Care interpreters (HCIs).
You can contact the Health Care Interpreter (HCI) Program at HCI.Program@dhsoha.state.or.us
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CERTIFICATION AND QUALIFICATION?
See the video explaining, in simple terms, the process for certification or qualification of Health Care interpreters in Oregon
If you need information about Qualification vs Certification process, please email the Oregon Health Care Interpreter Program at HCI.Program@dhsoha.state.or.us or call 971-673-3378