Course Description
This one-hour online program will explore with learners the special challenges they will face when interpreting for dental appointments. These include dealing with unknown terminology and high register, handling patients who are mumbling, responding to non-verbal cues when a patient cannot speak because of dental instruments in the mouth, and other challenges.
Accessible for 90 days from date of purchase/published date.
CCHI 1 CE Hour
ATA 1 CE Point
IMIA 0.1 CE Units

Instructor
Cynthia E. Roat, MPH
Cynthia E. Roat, MPH is a state-certified English<>Spanish healthcare and social service interpreter, an international consultant on language access in health care, and a veteran interpreter trainer based in Seattle. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Cindy has developed curricula for basic interpreter education as well as for many specialty areas, including genetics, palliative care, mental health, obstetrics, and dental care. Her book, Healthcare Interpreting in Small Bites, is used as an ancillary text in many interpreter training programs. She is recognized nationally as a knowledgeable and dynamic instructor, whose classes are both engaging and insightful.
Course Curriculum
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1
Challenges in Interpreting for Dental Services
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Challenges in Interpreting for Dental Services
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2
Exercises
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Challenges in Interpreting for Dental Services Exercise Instructions
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Situation #1
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Situation #2
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Situation #3
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Situation #4
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Situation #5
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Situation #6
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3
Final Exam
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Final Exam 1 - 15
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