Our Online Programs
Professional Interpreter
V.I.I.’s Professional Interpreter Program takes the student on a journey through awareness, knowledge and skills building. V.I.I.’s proprietary modular approach to teaching interpreting makes it easier for students to naturally add and sharpen their skills as they progress. The results are unparalleled listening skills, the ability to transfer language accurately, and the resources needed to work as a professional interpreter. All of V.I.I’s courses are accessible: visually-impaired bilingual individuals are encouraged to enroll.
Build a strong foundation in professional spoken language interpreting through practical, skills-based training and industry best practices.
Who It’s For
- Bilingual individuals new to interpreting
- Anyone with little or no prior interpreter training
- Professionals looking for a refresher
Course Highlights
- 40 hours of online training
- Covers interpreting fundamentals and core skills
- Includes two fluency assessments
Professional Medical Interpreter
V.I.I.’s Professional Medical Interpreter Program was created in accordance to guidelines from the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC). It also includes everything interpreters need to know if they decide to try to obtain national certification from organizations like The Certification Commission for Health Care Interpreters (CCHI). The course also includes valuable information that will enable medical interpreters to make appropriate decisions in a variety of challenging situations. Our graduates are given all the tools they need to successfully and confidently perform in professional environments like hospitals and clinics, whether in-person or remotely.
Develop the specialized knowledge and skills needed to interpret effectively in healthcare settings.
Who It’s For
- Experienced interpreters
- Individuals with previous interpreter training
- Professionals looking to specialize in medical interpreting
Prerequisites
- Previous interpreting experience or training required
- Must successfully complete the five screening questions before registering
Course Highlights
- 60 hours of online training
- Focused on medical interpreting knowledge
- Includes two fluency assessments
Health Care Interpreting Certificate Program
V.I.I.’s Health Care Interpreting Certificate Program was designed for bilingual individuals who want to learn interpreting and specialize in the medical interpreting field at the same time. This course combines effective language interpreting skills training with in-depth knowledge of health care interpreting, complete with all the tools needed to prepare for national certification from organizations like The Certification Commission for Health Care Interpreters (CCHI). The course covers all interpreters need to know to work as professional interpreters in general public services settings as well as medical settings, including valuable career orientation lessons.
Combine professional interpreting skills with specialized healthcare interpreting knowledge.
Who It’s For
- Bilingual individuals seeking complete interpreter training
- Students preparing for healthcare interpreting careers
Course Highlights
- 100 hours of online training
- Covers interpreting skills and medical content
- Includes two fluency assessments
Course Requirements
Cancellation Policy
We have a 10-day cancellation policy, cancellation requests within 10 days of registration will be offered a partial refund minus any costs incurred (ex: fees and fluency test costs). Cancellations beyond the 10 day timeframe will not be eligible for refund.
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