Extended Learning Health Care Interpreter

Extended Learning classes do not contribute to a degree. If you’re interested in an associate degree or transfer to a 4-year university, please visit the Reedley College Pathways page.

All Extending Learning classes are tuition-free. There is health fee paid each semester regardless of the number of classes taken. The health fee is $21 fall and spring semester and $18 for summer for classes on Reedley College campus. For students taking classes exclusively online or off campus, the health fee is $13. Other fees might include materials and textbooks; the estimated cost for each class can be found in the table(s) below.

Health Care Interpreter, Certificate of Completion

The Health Care Interpretation Certification Program’s purpose is to prepare bilingual and bicultural individuals to develop skills necessary for effective language interpretation in healthcare settings, to bridge the cultural gap, to develop cultural competency and improve linguistic and cultural communication for health care clients. Interpreters will utilize these skills in community based organizations to provide accurate health care information and perform cultural advocacy as required by Federal law. Additional Information: Prior to entrance into this program, orientation and assessment of bilingual skills is required. Health Science 314 must be completed within 2 years prior to enrollment in Health Science 315 and 316. Recommended courses: Office Technology 310, Biology 20 and Biology 22.