We get asked about certification all the time. “What percentage of your healthcare interpreters are certified?” Our answer is less than 2%. And, almost without exception, that number lands like a thud. It’s the reality of the profession, and the instinct to push back is worth taking seriously. The concern isn’t with our 2%. The concern is with the misunderstanding about what medical interpreter certification actually looks like in the industry. Let’s take a closer […]
Industry Standards Explained The language services industry is rapidly evolving with artificial intelligence, and professionals are responding by developing clear standards. SAFE AI (Stakeholders Advocating for Fair and Ethical AI in Interpreting) Task Force formed in 2023, bringing together interpreters, translators, language access advocates, service providers, and professional associations, to address this shift. Their mission is […]
