Health Care Interpretation: Online

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America , Rochester

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Application Fee

USD 65

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines2-Sep-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 1,350 / credit

Next Intake 2-Sep-2023

Health Care Interpretation: Online

About

The MS in health care interpretation is designed to meet the demands of nationally certified sign language interpreters desiring a master's degree specific to working in health care environments. Demand for interpreters is expected to grow 18% over the next ten years, more than three times the rate of the overall job market. Health care is the second highest-demand industry for interpreting jobs.

What is an ASL Medical Interpreter?

For the average person, medical terminology and understanding the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions and disease can be confusing and challenging. People who are deaf or hard of hearing have the additional complication of a language barrier. An ASL (American Sign Language) medical interpreter works in a range of health care settings to help patients and doctors communicate effectively. An ASL medical interpreter can assist a patient in clearly expressing their symptoms and health concerns to a doctor or nurse, and interpret complex medical terminology used by doctors and nurses to diagnose and treat the patient.

RIT/NTID's Master's in ASL Medical Interpretation: Offered Exclusively Online

RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf's Department of American Sign Language and Interpreting Education administers the program, with some course work contributed by RIT's College of Health Sciences and Technology. This unique program:

Meets the growing demand for specialized sign language health care interpreters as more deaf and hard-of-hearing professionals enter medical/health care fields.
Increases the number of specialized sign language interpreters working in patient health care settings.
Prepares interpreters to work in leadership roles in the health care interpreting field.

The program begins with a seminar course designed to establish the theoretical parameters students are expected to follow in case analysis, to establish a framework for conducting online discussions in safe and confidential ways, and to create connections among classmates that build trust and rapport. This initial connection promotes student engagement in the reflection-based components of the program. The curriculum employs an online pedagogical approach, including accelerated courses as its primary delivery system. Each course will require an estimated 9-12 hours per week for class assignments, and course materials will be delivered asynchronously. In the final semester, students will complete a capstone course consisting of a research paper or a project. The program is currently offered part-time for two academic years (with two summers).

This program is offered exclusively online.

Our graduate degree in health care interpretation meets the demand for nationally-certified ASL-English interpreters qualified to work in the health care industry.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Transcript(s)

RIT requires transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended, including transcript grading keys.
International students should provide transcripts (or mark sheets) and degree certificates from all post-secondary institutions.

To submit your transcript(s) for application review:

Upload copies or official transcript(s) with the submission of your online application, or
Upload your transcript(s) through your admissions portal after you have submitted your application

Upon enrollment at RIT, you will need to contact your prior college or university and request that your official, final records be sent directly to RIT. Documents you upload are not considered official.

Degree Requirements

All applicants to RIT’s graduate programs must hold—or currently be completing—a four-year baccalaureate degree, or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree, granted by an accredited college or university.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate coursework, your admission will be contingent upon submission of your final transcript showing the degree granted and the date of the degree.

3-Year Degrees from International Universities
RIT will review applicants with 3-year degrees from international universities. Students with 3-year degrees from India must meet all of the following conditions:

The college or university is WHED recognized, and
The college or university is NAAC accredited with an "A" grade, and
You have passed in the 1st Class (or equivalent).

If you do not meet the above requirements, you may request a WES evaluation or you would need to complete (or be in the process of) postgraduate study.

If your 3-year undergraduate degree is currently in progress, you may be admitted contingent upon obtaining your degree in the 1st class or equivalent.

Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana
RIT considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your online application. Your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) should include details about your education, employment, and internship history. Pertinent research experience should be included as well.

Career

Typical Job Titles

Manager of Interpreter Services

Sign Language Interpreter

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,350

Application Fee

USD 65

How to Apply

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