Gain the expertise to aid Spanish speakers in communicating with healthcare professionals.
In Madison College's Healthcare Interpreting (HCI) program, you'll interact with experienced healthcare interpreters who will lead you towards a fulfilling career in this rewarding field.
HCI Program Overview
To become a certified healthcare interpreter, "HCI" you must take the national exam through CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters). The program, spanning 2 semesters, fulfills the 40-hour training requirement for the CCHI national exam. Total amount of textbook cost is estimated at $200. Semester 1 courses are in Spring, Summer, and Fall, while Semester 2 courses are in Spring and Fall. Our HCI Introduction class is offered online while our other classes are primarily held at the Goodman South campus.
These courses are offered by Professional and Continuing Education. Therefore, you do not need to apply to Madison College and are not eligible for financial aid.
Healthcare Interpreting Courses
How to get started: Click the course names below to register!
Semester 1
#66811, Goodman South, 2/3-3/10, Monday, 6-8:30 PM Instructor: Kathy Lathrop (Registration opens 10/14)
Students must pass an oral assessment in the target language with a score of 9 or above
*This is a required course to complete the program.
**You can take the proficiency assessment anytime after completing the online introduction course and at least one week before enrolling in HCI Skills 1. Typically students like to complete Spanish for Spanish Speakers before taking the
proficiency assessment.
Semester 2
#67057, Goodman South, 10/15-10/17, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 6-8:40 PM Instructor: Adriana Soto (Registration opens 10/14)
#66949, Goodman South Campus, 4/1-5/13, Tuesday and Thursday, 6-8 PM Instructor: Kathy Lathrop (Registration opens 10/14)
*This is a required course to complete the program.
Request your HCI Certificate and Letter of Completion
Once you have competed your required classes, request your certificate and letter of completion. These documents are essentially a narrative transcript that you can provide to CCHI as proof that you have completed enough training to sit for the national CCHI exam.
If you have any questions about the program or how to get started, please contact the HCI Program Manager, Jenn Sheppard: jsheppard6@madisoncollege.edu