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Module 1: Infectious Diseases and Policies and Regulations in Healthcare Interpreting: Medical Interpreter Training Seminar (MITS)
Course Details
This course is Module 1 of the Medical Interpreter Training Seminar (MITS). The course helps participants substantially improve their ability to interpret effectively on behalf of Spanish-speaking patients. It covers linguistic and cultural aspects of medical interpreting that, if not executed correctly, could lead to loss of vital information and dire patient consequences. The 40-hour curriculum is divided into four modules to accommodate various learning styles. Upon completing all four modules, participants are qualified to take the National Board for Certification of Medical Interpreters Exam.
Objective
Become familiar with medical terminology in Spanish.
Outline
- Medical tests and diagnostics
- Medical equipment
- Pharmacology
- Pathologies
- Symptomatology
- Anatomy
- Musculoskeletal System
- Endocrine System
- Respiratory System
- Cardiovascular System
- Urinary System
- Nervous System
- Digestive System
- Integumentary System
- Medical treatments
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