About The Program

Embark on a transformative journey with DE LA MORA's Signature Medical Interpreter Training®, a comprehensive 40-hour LIVE ONLINE program designed to equip bilingual individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to kickstart their path to becoming certified medical interpreters.

Open to speakers of all languages, this program caters to individuals seeking certification from both NBCMI and CCHI, ensuring that participants meet the educational prerequisites for these esteemed certifications.

What sets DE LA MORA's medical program apart is its commitment to a FULLY live course format, a rarity in the current educational landscape. Unlike partial self-paced curricula, our participants engage in all 40 hours with a live instructor. This dynamic approach allows for real-time interaction, in-depth review of homework assignments, and invaluable direct feedback.  Gain a comprehensive understanding of medical interpretation but also to connect with your classmates, fostering lasting connections throughout the course.


Join Us and Learn More About:

  • The interpreter as a conduit and cultural broker - Explore the crucial role of an interpreter as a bridge between diverse cultures, ensuring effective communication in medical settings.

  • Codes of ethics and standards of practice - Delve into the ethical considerations and professional standards that guide medical interpreters in their crucial role within the healthcare field.

  • Introduction to modes of interpretation methods and practice - Gain insights into various modes of interpretation, honing your skills through practical exercises to enhance your proficiency.

  • Medical terminology, body systems, and general anatomy - Develop a solid foundation in medical terminology and understanding of the human body's systems, essential for accurate and nuanced interpretation.

  • The medical certification process: NBCMI vs CCHI - Navigate the intricacies of the medical certification process, comparing and contrasting the requirements and expectations of NBCMI and CCHI certifications.

Class Schedule

This 40 hour training will take place in a virtual classroom via the Zoom video conferencing platform.

The class schedule is as follows: 

Dates: 2025: (Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings)

March 3, 5, 10, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 24, 26, 27, 31, April 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM ET (Eastern Time)

Secure your spot in DE LA MORA's Signature Medical Interpreter Training® today and embark on a transformative educational journey that goes beyond textbooks, providing you with the live, interactive experience needed to excel in the field of medical interpretation.


Meet the Instructor

Eliane Sfeir-Markus

Eliane Sfeir-Markus is a court certified English-Arabic Interpreter in the state of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Also, she is a Certified Healthcare Interpreter and an adjunct professor at Widener University Delaware Law School, an Interpreter Expert with Language Services Associates, and an instructor at the De La Mora Institute of Interpretation. Eliane is also a licensed Community Interpreter Trainer. She joined the Board of Directors of the Delaware Valley Translators Association (DVTA) in 2017 and served as the president of DVTA from 2020 until January 2024. Eliane is a certified coach and speaker with the John Maxwell Team. Eliane’s public speaking skills have earned her the recognition to train new and advanced interpreters and to lead many presentations and training sessions. She presented on cultural intelligence, unconscious bias, ethical competition, and other pertaining topics. Eliane speaks Arabic, English and French. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Translation from Holy Spirit University in Lebanon.

FAQ

  • Are all materials included?

    Yes! All materials are included in the enrollment price.

  • Are there payment plans available?

    We're happy to offer various payment plans. Click on the drop down menu on the banner of this course for the different options.

  • Do I need to have experience as an interpreter before joining?

    Everyone is welcome to enroll in this class. The only pre-requisite is that you are bilingual!

  • Does this course meet the national certification requirements?

    Yes! this course is approved as an education pre-requisite to both CCHI and NBCMI.

Who We Are

DE LA MORA Institute of Interpretation is a fully remote online school that trains legal and medical interpreters to work in their respective fields.

DLMII was founded in 1998 by Agustín Servin de la Mora from the vision and core belief that interpretation as a chosen profession deserved better educational options. We are constantly striving to stay ahead of the trends and learning styles prevalent in today’s interpreting field through various formats including in-person seminars, live online instruction, and self-paced education.

Our mission is to foster understanding and communication through exceptional interpreter education and development, and to advance professional interpretation standards worldwide.

Our vision is to become the most accessible interpreter education platform in the world.