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An Overview of
Medical Interpreting 1
Katharine Allen, MA, and Marjory A. Bancroft, MA
OVERVIEW OF CHAPTER 1
After completing this chapter and its corresponding exercises, the learner will be able to:
Objective 1.1 The Medical Interpreting Profession
Define and discuss the medical interpreting profession.
Objective 1.2 Medical Interpreter Credentials
List and compare interpreter credentials, including certificates and certification.
Objective 1.3 A Code of Ethics for Medical Interpreters
Show an understanding of nine core ethical principles for medical interpreters.
Objective 1.4 Facing Ethical Challenges
Apply nine ethical principles for medical interpreters to real-life situations.
Objective 1.5 The SAY NO Model
Practice the SAY NO model.
Objective 1.6 Self-Monitoring
Explore reflective practice and self-monitoring for medical interpreters.
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