Degree Outcomes

• Demonstrate a global understanding of culture difference and its application to healthcare settings.

• Learn Spanish and English medical terminology related to major body systems, common prefixes, suffixes, and word roots.

• Develop knowledge of written interpretation methodology.

• Develop knowledge of oral interpretation methodology.

• Understand the role of the interpreter and elements of communication related to interpreting.

• Demonstrate understanding of business concepts, business plans, and entrepreneurship used in the interpreting industry.

• Perform the role of the Medical Interpreter in accordance with the national standards of practice in a lab or clinical setting.

• Demonstrate ability to perform the manual skill components of effective BLS/CPR according to AHA standards.

• Demonstrate effective use of technological devices for interpreting.

• Develop awareness of transcultural issues in healthcare settings.

• Understand and abide by the ethics involved in all interpretation situations.

• Demonstrate professional behavior and communication in all interpretation situations.