IU Health LaPorte Hospital is offering two courses to the public: one a first aid/CPR and AED course and the other a medical interpreters course.
– The first aid/CPR, AED course will take place Saturday, June 15, and Saturday, Aug. 10, from 8 am to 3 pm at 1100 Lincolnway, across the street from the hospital. The course is open to the general public as well as anyone requiring a certification card for these skills, such as teachers, bus drivers, daycare providers, coaches, and scout leaders. The cost is $65 cash. Instruction book will be provided upon payment. To register or for more information, call 219.326.2322.
– The 10-week Spanish/English medical interpreters course includes Saturday classes on the following dates: Aug. 24, 31; Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5,12,19,26; Nov. 2. Saturday classes are from 8:30 am to 4 pm. Sixteen hours of practicum and clinical time are included. The classes will be held on the lower level of the hospital.
The course includes 80 hours of classroom training, practicum, pre- and post-tests, a midterm exam, final take-home exam, and final oral/written exams. Participants will acquire the core knowledge and skills needed to handle advanced medical interpretation situations; learn how to organize and prioritize the knowledge needed for each medical encounter; learn the national code of ethics, standards of practice, roles of the interpreter and types of interpreting; learn advanced anatomy, physiology and medical terminology; learn memory and note-taking techniques; learn about the role culture plays in interpreting; and experience extensive role play.
The course is designed for individuals who are bilingual in English/Spanish who have a desire to learn how to be a professional interpreter, and wish to further their education and expertise. Pre-requisites include a completion of a language proficiency and entry exam administered by the course instructor. To schedule an appointment, call 219.326.1234, ext. 4629.
Cost is $800 and includes textbook and all training materials. To reserve a spot in the class, call 219.326.2322.