CMI 72 - Intermediate Medical Interpreting

Institution:

Riverside City College

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Description:

Prerequisite: CMI-71. This course builds upon skills and knowledge obtained and practiced in CMI-71. Although the course will continue to highlight medical terminology specific to the provision of all aspects and levels of patient healthcare services, emphasis is on medical specialties and subspecialties, including specialized procedures, uncommon diagnoses, and workers' compensation. Students continue to practice modes of interpretation, with emphasis placed on speed, accuracy, and interpretation of non-standard language/speech patterns. Public speaking, vocabulary building, and test-taking strategies will also be covered. Students will be required to observe the work of professional interpreters in the healthcare setting. 72 hours lecture.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rcc.edu/riverside/

Phone Number:

(951) 222-8000 ext 8979

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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