FAQ's
The course is open to interpreters of all language and teaches the student how to work as an interpreter by video or phone.
The course teaches the student how to set up their home offices and computers to work remotely, and where and how to apply for work. The course covers the medical and legal standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA and intense practice sessions and simulations using a variety of platforms on a wide variety of topics such as medical encounters, depositions, unemployment hearings, educational hearings and meetings such as due process hearings and IEP meetings for school districts.
Interpreters of any language who would like to make their own hours and work remotely from home.
The employment outlook is excellent at this time due to the pandemic. Employers all over the country are struggling to meet the demand for remote interpreters.
VRI and OPI interpreters are employed by interpreting and translation agencies nationwide and/or worldwide. Students will be provided with an extensive list of possible employers.
The course is offered in partnership with community colleges in Massachusetts and Connecticut. See our Educational Partners page for a community college near you.
The course is offered in the spring, summer and fall. Check our Educational Partners page for exact schedule.
The cost of the course is $599.00. The price includes all materials.
This is a 30-hour course and runs for 10 weeks.
Upon successful completion of the course, the community college will mail your certificate of completion to you.
Instructors for the course are experienced VRI and OPI interpreters who have been working in the field for many years and have experience training new interpreters.
You can contact the community college where you want to take the course. See our Educational Partners page. Many colleges offer online registration. A telephone interview will be required prior to acceptance into the course.