Behavioral Health Interpreter Bridge

Learn how to interpret in behavioral health settings in this live, in-person training in just 3 class sessions. For trained and experienced interpreters.

LIVE, IN-PERSON TRAINING

24 Hours (3 Class Sessions)
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Behavioral Health Interpreter Bridge

Learn how to interpret in behavioral health settings in this live, in-person training in just 3 class sessions.For trained and experienced interpreters.

LIVE, IN-PERSON TRAINING

24 Hours (3 Class Sessions)
Fill Out Application Form
FOR TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED INTERPRETERS
For trained and experienced interpreters. This skills-based training program was developed to prepare professional interpreters for medical interpreting in behavioral health settings. This training will enhance your knowledge, strengthen your skills, enrich your abilities, and increase your confidence to interpret in mental health, substance use, and developmental disability settings.
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  • Virtual classroom learning experience with practical activities and skills-based assessments
  • A dedicated team of instructors that includes a practicing clinician and experienced interpreters
  • An in-depth look into the world of behavioral health and how to best prepare for these types of interpreting assignments

$320

ALL INCLUDED
  • 6-Month/180-Day Access to Course (extensions available for additional fee)
  • Free Access to Liberty’s Oral Language Proficiency Tests
  • Training Certificate of Completion
  • 2 Textbooks (Paperback copies to be mailed to student)
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*3-Month Payment Plan Option 

"Was very professional and helpful. I would highly recommend Mr. Abdelkader to anyone."

“Trainer was very knowledgable and kept the class lively.”
“Mr. Sameh was one of the best instructors I have ever had. He is exceptional. Thanks for everything.”

YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Abdelkader

Mr. Abdelkader is the Director of our Education Department and is the lead instructor for two medical interpreter training courses: the nationally recognized 40-hour Bridging the Gap (BTG) course and the 48-hour The Community Interpreter: Medical Edition course. In 2012, Sameh delivered the BTG course to over 120 students.

Mr. Abdelkader has over 22 years of experience in education and has brought his skills in management, teaching, training, recruitment, and cultural competency to Liberty Language Services.

Mr. Abdelkader holds a B.A. in English from Zagzig University in Sharkya, Egypt. In addition to being a licensed trainer for BTG and The Community Interpreter: Medical Edition, he is also a licensed trainer for the legal interpreter training course, The Language of Justice. As an educator and member of the IMIA, he adheres to the IMIA Educators Code of Ethics.

Your Instructor's Professional Certifications

  • 40-hour Interpreting in Health and Community Settings (NVAHEC)
  • 40-hour Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training Course
  • The Community Interpreter Training of Trainers (TOT)
  • 3-day Language of Justice Legal Interpreter Training
  • Bridging the Gap TOT
  • The Language of Justice TOT
  • Awarded "Distinction in Interpreter Education" IMIA 2015
  • Completed a 16-Hour Online Training of Trainers: The Interpreter Trainer Online

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