UCHealth has recently reached a significant milestone by adding its 1,000th qualified bilingual staff team member. This achievement highlights the healthcare organization’s commitment to providing exceptional patient care through effective communication in multiple languages. The partnership with ALTA Language Services...
Language is a powerful expression of culture and identity, shaping how individuals perceive and interact with the world. Within the American educational system and the workforce, individuals who grew up in non-English speaking households are often assumed to have similar...
Going to the doctor is stressful, especially if you don’t speak the same language as your provider. Think about all the complicated topics that come up during a doctor’s visit, like post-surgery recovery instructions or medication side effects. Communicating in...
The most common medical terms in Spanish communicate information about health problems, injuries, and treatments. They aid communication in medical emergencies and in regular healthcare. English-speaking healthcare workers learn medical Spanish to help treat Spanish-speaking patients. It’s important for anyone...
Certified medical translators play a critical role in ensuring accuracy when translating medical documents between languages. Inaccuracies can have serious consequences for patient care and outcomes. Certified translators have extensive medical knowledge and adhere to strict quality standards to produce...
Language tests play a vital role in reducing errors in the healthcare setting. When lives are on the line, accurate interpretation and translation are necessary. Language testing ensures that people in these roles have a high understanding of both language...
In today’s globalized world, being proficient in two or more languages is becoming increasingly valuable. High school students who possess strong language skills have a competitive edge in college admissions, job opportunities, and personal growth. One way to recognize and...
ALTA Language Services and AMN Healthcare Language Services announced an exciting partnership that will expand language proficiency testing and promote health equity. “Our partnership with ALTA Language Services reflects our deep commitment to health equity by providing solutions that give...
As of 2021, 8% of people in the United States ages five or older are limited English proficient (LEP). Historically, the difficulties that LEP populations experience in communicating with healthcare providers have contributed to disproportionately poor health outcomes. Additionally, because...
While the traditional setup for taking a test involves being in a classroom with the instructor, there are sometimes advantages to incorporating technology into testing. The potential benefits of remote proctoring include convenience in terms of scheduling, location, and instructor...
Native American Heritage Month has officially been celebrated in the United States each November since 1990. This is recognized on the federal, state, and local levels with special programming and events to highlight and honor the traditions, culture, history, and...
In today’s globalized world, the ability to speak multiple languages has become increasingly valuable. Businesses and organizations of all kinds are expanding their operations internationally, often partnering with companies abroad or marketing products and services in overseas markets. Additionally, in...
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