Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)

Hospitals and Health CareUnited States51-200 Employees

The Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) empowers professional healthcare interpreters in all languages to excel in their profession by earning performance-based certification based on rigorous national competency standards. Through our comprehensive advocacy efforts, we champion the critical role of certified human interpreters in healthcare delivery.

CCHI drives systemic change by continuously raising the bar for interpreter quality standards through innovative testing processes, comprehensive continuing education requirements, and active, ongoing support and advocacy for both certified and aspiring interpreters. Our certifications are recognized as the benchmark of excellence in the industry, and our accreditation places medical interpreters on par with other respected allied healthcare professions. Our credentials provide a standardized approach to validating that every certified interpreter possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for bridging language barriers safely and effectively in critical medical situations. What’s more, CCHI’s comprehensive continuing education requirements mandate that interpreters engage in ongoing professional development, including performance-based training.

When healthcare hangs in the balance, communication cannot be compromised. CCHI-certified interpreters deliver the precision, cultural competency, and professional excellence that ensures equitable healthcare access for all communities.

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