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What is the Hub-CMI? How is it different from the CMI? |
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CMI Certification |
HUB-CMI Credential |
Process
- Registration (fulfill prerequisite requirements).
- Written Exam (English)
- Oral Exam (Currently offered in 6 languages)
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Process
- Registration (fulfill prerequisite requirements).
- Written Exam (English)
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Who
Interpreters with language combination among the 6 languages offered in the oral exam can become CMI (Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese. |
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Any interpreter of any language combination can take the written exam in English language and obtain the Hub-CMI credential |
Renewal
- CMI recertification is required every 5 years by fulfilling the CEU requirements.
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Renewal
Hub-CMI renewal is required every 4 years by fulfilling the CEU requirements. This only applies to Hub-CMIs who do not have a CMI option.
If your target language is Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, Cantonese, or Mandarin), your Hub-CMI will expire in 2 years with no option for renewal. You are required to successfully pass the oral exam and achieve the CMI credential.
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Why should I get a Hub-CMI credential? |
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The Hub-CMI is an excellent way to distinguish yourself from other interpreters and demonstrate mastery of medical specialties, medical terminology, medical interpreter ethics, cultural competencies, legislation and regulations, and interpreter standards. |
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Do you have a video that I can watch in my own time? |
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Yes we do offer a recorded webinar which gives an overview of the program: https://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/webinar |
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Where should I start? |
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Please review the "overview" page for information on how to apply for the program: https://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/overview |
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What happens after I register? |
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Your application is assigned to a program advisor to review and make a determination if you meet the program requirements to be admitted into the program. You will receive a response within 10 business days. |
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I am having trouble uploading my documents. What else can I do? |
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Please log in to your account on our website and click under "my profile", scroll down and you will see your information, click "upload" and update the information. Be sure to save the changes. |
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How long does it take to process my pre-requisites? |
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After you register you will be contacted via email within 10 days with information on next steps. |
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I have not received any notification with instructions after submitting my documents, who should I contact? |
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Please contact: [email protected] |
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How can I get a badge? |
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You can order your badge on the NBCMI website under "Order your Badge." https://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/order-your-badge |
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How can I prepare for my exam? |
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Be sure to take full advantage of the exam preparation materials on the NBCMI website: http://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/getting-prepared
The Candidate Handbook has detailed information about what is tested in the exams. Pay particular attention to pages 8 – 12, where you can find study tips and content outlines for both exams. |
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How soon can I schedule my written exam? |
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Once you get the approval from your NB adviser, you will be able to schedule your exam in the next 3 business days if you test from home, or 5-7 business days if you are taking the exam at a testing center. |
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Do you have a practice test for the written exam? |
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No, at this time, we do not have a practice test for the written exam. |
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Do you have a practice test for the oral exam? |
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Yes, please go to our website to learn more: https://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/testing-from-home
The practice test is only to help candidates with test navigation. It won’t help you to prepare for actual interpreting in a medical context. |
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If I am a nurse or a doctor, do I still need to take a Medical Interpreter Training? |
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Yes, all candidates regardless of education and experience must take a Medical Interpreter Training. |
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Do you offer employment opportunities for medical interpreters? |
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No, The National Board is a certifying body and does not offer employment opportunities. Once you become a certified interpreter your name will appear in the NBCMI registry and prospective employers can contact you or verify your credentials. |
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How can I update my information on my profile? |
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Please log in to your account on our website and click under "my profile", scroll down and you will see your information, click "edit" and update the information. Be sure to save the changes.
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