Cross Cultural Communication Systems, Inc.

02/08/2010

Follow the national interpreter associations and certification efforts on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Council-on-Interpreting-in-Health-Care-NCIHC/280312317292

http://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Medical-Interpreter-Certification/160628377797

NCIHC is a multidisciplinary organization whose mission is to promote and enhance language access in health care in the US.

02/05/2010

This weekend and next CCCS is presenting a training program on Community Interpreting and Translating for the Tufts University students working with their Language Bank

12/29/2009

A look at how California public hospitals are managing language access: http://bit.ly/8f6lIc

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12/16/2009

When English Becomes a Barrier to Care...

As the nation’s population grows and ages, the demand for language services in hospitals, doctor’s offices and other health-care arenas is booming, experts say.

12/16/2009

Wall Street Journal highlights interpreter and translator careers!

Professionals in the field have a variety of assignments and can control their own time by freelancing.

12/16/2009

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for interpreting and translation jobs is projected to be very good, growing 24% over the next 6 years.

In addition to needing fluency in at least two languages, many interpreters and translators need a bachelor’s degree. Many also complete job-specific training programs.