Requirements for Medical Interpreters

40 hours of Training for Medical Interpreters
Click here for course details
Cost: $600

Oral Language Proficiency Assessment
Performed by 3rd party testing partner
Exam done by phone, scheduled through our office
Cost: Included with training fee

12 Panel Drug Screening
Performed by ADDT – 820 S 6th Street, Louisville, KY
Our office will provide you with necessary forms
Cost: $30

Medical Records
Medical interpreters must provide proof of same immunizations required for health care workers

  • Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) – Booster every 10 years
  • MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) – 2 part vaccine required
  • Varicella (chicken pox) – 2 part vaccine required
  • Influenza (flu shot) – annual renewal required
  • TB Screening (tuberculosis)- annual renewal required

Continuing Education Credits
Medical interpreters are required to earn a minimum of 4 continuing education credits per year
Cost: varies

Background Check
Performed by Catholic Charities includes: criminal history, national sex offender registry, and office of the inspector general
Cost: none

Additional Items
Photo ID & Work Authorization, high school or college diploma, and interpreter orientation/contract agreements
Cost: none