Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
Hospitals and Health CareDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) operates in the hospitals and health care sector, focusing on credentialing professional healthcare interpreters through performance-based certification aligned with national competency standards. Based in Washington, DC, the organization advocates for certified interpreters and supports ongoing professional development to ensure accuracy, cultural competence, and safety in clinical communication. Its certification programs are designed to standardize interpreter qualifications and elevate the quality of language services in medical settings, positioning interpreters as a recognized allied profession within health care. CCHI targets interpreters across languages who seek to validate their expertise and improve access to equitable healthcare by bridging language barriers in critical medical situations. The group emphasizes continuous improvement of testing, continuing education, and advocacy as core elements of its mission, with a stated aim of advancing quality standards in interpretation for healthcare delivery.
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