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What is taught in this course
Communication challenges, and how the interpreter can best navigate in his/her role through the differing roles through the linguistic, cultural, confusing and systemic obstacles and challenges properly, utilizing the code of ethics for medical interpreters, as the standards of practice required and recognized to perform as a professional medical interpreter.
This is done through daily study, discussion and true-to-life exercises that employ theory into real- life practice. The BTG course has a working foundation of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology of the different body systems. Included are common procedures, testing and specialists specific for each body system the interpreter may come across in their work. Videos are utilized to facilitate learning, in addition to the 445 page book, that includes excellent study guide tools and tips to aid in learning the medical word roots and general information.
Professional interpreting concepts are also taught and practiced routinely in class: basic professional habits, practices and critical core skills like how to manage the flow of an interpretation session, culture, cultural “bumps” and cultural competency. There is more information about the profession in general. The 64 hour course includes information about the Health Care disparities in the United States: it delves deeper into the Cultural Disparities for the LGTBQIA populations.
For the first time; there are several in-depth sections to support the interpreter in working in behavioral health settings; with extensive resource information for a lifetime of reference. Coursework will be assigned and completed in the classroom across all days of instruction. Homework will be assigned, and participants should plan on spending 1- 2 hours per class day completing homework and reviewing outside of the class
Where is the class held?
Most of the time it will be held in North Denver locations such as in Thornton, Westminster, or Lafayette, Colorado. We also offer in South/Central Denver and occasionally in locations such as the Western Slope and Colorado Springs upon demand.
Our default location of North Denver is convenient to DIA, and accessible from many gateways. If you prefer to be on-site – to allow for more study and relaxing time instead from a distance, you can book at a discounted price.