HLTH 80C is a 6.0-unit course for bilingual individuals to develop awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary for effective language interpretation in various settings. Emphasis on the standards of practice of a healthcare interpreter, active listening, memory development, basic knowledge of common medical conditions, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures, cultural and linguistic competency in the art of interpretation.
This is a hybrid course that includes both in-person and remote sessions. In-person sessions are held at the Ocean Campus, Multi-Use Building (MUB). Remote sessions are held via Zoom videoconferencing.
See the Instructional Calendar for important dates
Class starts on Saturday, 8/16
Time: 9:10 - 11:00 AM
Location: Ocean Campus, Harry Britt Building, room 330
Course Syllabus (Full version is available on Canvas)
Most course materials are provided at no cost, online or on loan:
Gayle Tang. Principles of Interpreting. Course Reader.
Gayle Tang. Healthcare Interpreter Workbook & Resources. Course Reader.
Elaine N. Marieb & Suzanne M. Keller. 2017. Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology. Pearson.
Ann Fadiman. 2012. The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down.
Gayle Tang, Designer & Chief Editor. 2004. Basic Medical Knowledge Manual for Interpreters. Kaiser Permanente.
Role-play Manual, CCSF HCI program
Website: Mayo Clinic
Website: MedlinePlus
Website: Where There is No Doctor, Hesperian Foundation, 2018
Website: Where There is No Dentist, Hesperian Foundation, 2018
Website: National Council on Interpreting in Health Care Standards and Code of Ethics, 2007