The 17-member coalition includes organizations from among interpreting associations, training institutions, the language service industry, healthcare systems and employers, consumer groups, and government entities.  The Coalition’s first meeting will occur on May 29-30 in Chicago. Funding for the meetings comes through the non-profit foundation The California Endowment. 

The historic meeting on May 29-30 launched a multi-year project, in which the Coalition will evaluate current healthcare interpreting testing instruments, investigate testing tools, consider certification in multiple languages, and develop a strategy for implementation.

Please read the full press releases and reports above to see more information on the National Coalition on Health Care Interpreting Certification.