AHE-101 Medical Interpreting I

This course is designed for bilingual students interested in becoming integral members of the health care team in bridging the language and cultural gap between patients and providers. Students will examine issues related to interpreter ethics and the role of the interpreter in a variety of clinical settings. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, diagnoses, and medical treatments. Activities are designed to develop listening, memory, language-switching skills, and decision-making. This course will familiarize students with the cultural dimensions of health and illness in preparation for their being assigned to an internship where they perform live interpreting under the direct supervision of a professional interpreter and mentor.
Prerequisites ENG-095 and RDG-095 or ELL-103
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Notes A grade of B- or better in this course is required for progression in the program.

Credits: 3