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The NCIHC is a multidisciplinary organization based in the United States whose mission is to promote culturally competent professional health care interpreting as a means to support equal access to health care for individuals with limited English proficiency. |
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February 28, 2010 NCIHC Announces National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs Advisory Committee Moving toward the development of national standards for training healthcare interpreters, the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) today announces the members of their Advisory Committee for its National Standards for Training project. To read the press release about the newly formed Advisory Committee, click here.
February 25, 2010 Language Access Advocates Gather in D.C. for the 4th Annual NCIHC Membership Meeting Registration is now open for the 4th Annual NCIHC Membership Meeting which will take place at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace on April 29 & 30, 2010. To visit the event page, click here. To read the press release about the meeting, click here. See you in D.C.!
NCIHC Mourns the Victims of the Earthquake in Haiti In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that hit the island yesterday, the NCIHC expresses its deepest sorrow and support for those affected by the tragedy. The NCIHC encourages others to do whatever they can to support the Haitian community at this time – the link below will take you to a list of organizations participating in earthquake relief. We urge you to select an agency and give what you are able. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/12/haiti-earthquake-relief-h_n_421014.html
December 18, 2009 National Open Call: Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters: Paving the Way We would like to thank everyone who was able to participate in our Open Call on December 18th. We truly appreciated your participation, support and opinions. The Open Call provided an in-depth look at what is involved in creating the kind of professional certifications and employer-valued credentials. Four commissioners from the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) provided listeners with breaking news about what to look for and expect in January 2010, as well as which area of healthcare interpreting has the highest need for certification-and why CCHI will respond to that need first. Please click here to listen to the recording of the Open Call, and here to read the accompanying outline. If you would like more information about CCHI, please visit www.healthcareinterpretercertification.org
October 13, 2009 NCIHC Announces First Executive Director Gem P. Daus, M.A. has been named as the first Executive Director of the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC). Mr. Daus will lead the organization and work to implement a strategic plan that secures the NCIHC as the expert national resource on language access issues in health care. Daus’ presence will provide an important and unique opportunity to work more closely with NCIHC members and stakeholders in meeting their diverse needs. Click here to find out more.
September 15, 2009 Launch of Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters The NCIHC joins many key stakeholders around the country in applauding the launch of the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI). CCHI is the first certification commission created by interpreters for interpreters and the public good. CCHI will create a national, valid, credible vendor-neutral certification program for healthcare interpreters. Its goal is to ensure the competency of interpreters through an accredited, professional certification program so that communication barriers do not affect access to, and quality of, care. Please make sure to check the CCHI website at www.healthcareinterpretercertification.org.
August 29, 2009 NCIHC Mourns the Loss of Senator Kennedy The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care joins others around the country in mourning the passing of U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy. For those who believe in the right to quality health care for all persons, regardless of language, national origin, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, or other barrier, there was no greater champion. His legacy on civil rights, immigration, and health care are an inspiration to those of us who strive to carry on his work to make this a better country for all.
August 21, 2009 National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care is currently working on developing National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs. Funded in part by a generous grant from The California Endowment, this national consensus-building process will result in guidelines to assure that training programs are teaching interpreters appropriate content with effective methods. Click here to view the brochure that provides details about this project. We are committed to keeping you informed and involved in this project. Please feel fee to share the brochure with others.
July 8, 2009 Joint Commission Proposed Requirements to Advance Effective Communication, Cultural Competence, and Patient-Centered Care The Joint Commission is proposing accreditation requirements to help hospitals better address effective communication, cultural competence, and patient-centered care. Although many aspects of effective communication, cultural competence, and patient-centered care are currently supported by existing requirements, the proposed requirements have the potential to further improve the safety and quality of care for all patients. Comments on the Proposed Requirements to Advance Effective Communication, Cultural Competence, and Patient-Centered Care for the Hospital Accreditation Program will be gathered for 6 weeks beginning on June 8, 2009. To view the proposed requirements and submit comments, please go to: http://www.jointcommission.org/Standards/FieldReviews/field_ecccpc.htm
June 1, 2009 Members connect in Las Vegas, NV for the 3rd Annual NCIHC Membership Meeting Thank you to all our members who attended the 2009 Membership Meeting! We are currently compiling notes and preparing a formal report.
Read the post-meeting press release here.
May 7, 2009 National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs. The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care is pleased to announce the formal initiation of the development of National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs. Funded in part by a generous grant from The California Endowment, this national consensus-building process will result in guidelines to assure that training programs are teaching interpreters appropriate content with effective methods. As a first step in developing National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training, the NCIHC is seeking proposals from qualified researchers to conduct a literature review regarding interpreter competencies and effective teaching methodologies.
Standards, Training and Certification Committee Brings a New Document to the NCIHC Working Paper Series The work of interpreters and translators is related but different, each requiring distinct skills and training. But healthcare interpreters are frequently asked to provide sight translation, or even written translation, in the course of their interpreting work. How far should interpreters go in providing these services? What are the implications for healthcare systems and for interpreter trainers?
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