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Who can enroll in MiTio?
Students must be fully bilingual that means that you are fluent in English and another language such as Spanish and you can speak, read, and write in both languages with the fluency of a native. For information on Language testing contact MiTio or:

LTI test for languages

TOEFL test for English

How does it work?
MiTio provides open enrollment, i.e. students can enroll and start the program at any time during the year. The program is self paced and designed to be completed within 6 weeks; however, students are allowed up to six months to complete the course. The courses are all online, which means the student must have access to the internet throughout the program.

The course is language neutral, all of the material is in English, the student will translate/interpret materials into their other language.

Students are expected to participate in weekly telephone practice sessions to improve their interpreting skills, and in online discussion boards.

How to enroll?
To enroll click on Enroll Here tab at top right hand of website, or call our toll free number 877-338-8479 to enroll by phone.

Once your payment information is received you will be sent an e-mail
within 1 business day containing your Course Login information.

How many courses must I complete to obtain a certificate?
The student needs to complete just 1 course to obtain a certificate. Each course consists of six units. In order to obtain a Diploma, the student must complete 4 of these 6 unit certificate courses (Non CEU courses).

Which courses do I need to complete to obtain a Diploma?
That depends on the student. The mix should include at least 1 Medical Background Course and 1 Interpreting or Translating Course. For example, a student may Complete the Medical and Intermediate Interpreting Certificates, as well as the Medical Terminology Certificate. Another student may complete the Intermediate Interpreting Certificate, the Intermediate Translating Certificate, the Medical Terminology and the Anatomy and Physiology Certificate.

Will I obtain a Certification upon Completion?
Upon completion, the student obtains a certificate in Medical Interpreting or Translating from MiTio. Interpreting Certification is granted by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters http://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/ Translation Certification is granted by the American Translators Association http://www.atanet.org/

Does MiTio offer Continuing Education Courses?
Yes, MiTio also offers 10 Continuing Education Certificate 1 unit courses (10 hours or 1 CEU) for students who have already completed a 40 hour interpreting program and can provide proof of proficiency (Via a proficiency test such as LTI, diploma/degree from L2 country, or 15 credits of L2 language from a high school or university). The courses are designed to be completed in one week; however, students are allowed up to 1 month to complete the course. The courses include: Phone Interpreting, Video Interpreting, Mental Health Interpreting, HIPAA/Confidentiality, ASL Interpreting, Train the Trainer, Cultural Competency, Interpreting Standards, Interpreting for Health Professionals, and Providers Guide to Use of Interpreters.

What is the tuition?
The tuition for the program is $125 per unit. Completion of all six units is required to obtain your certificate.

Do you accept checks for tuition payments?

Yes, we accept checks. Simply click on eCheck in the drop down menu and insert your check information under Application Fee.

Do you provide a scholarship?
A $250.00 scholarship is available to individuals working in healthcare
facilities. Within 2 weeks of enrollment, the student will be required to
submit proof of employment via a letter from a supervisor or faxed pay stub. Once proof of employment document is received, the student¹s scholarship will be awarded.

Is there a Corporate Program?
MiTio will enter into an agreement with Corporations when three or more of their employees/affiliates enroll in MiTio. Individuals may enroll under the Corporate Rate. Simply fax a copy of pay stub or proof of membership in one of the following Corporate Program members:

Aprendi Inc
Children's Mercy Hopsital
IIRI
IMIA
St. Josephs Hospital

WHY CHOOSE MITIO?

MiTio's completion rate is 71%
MiTio is accredited by the National Accreditation Agency
MiTio's placement rate is 80%

What Our Clients Have to Say...

Muchas gracias por todo! You were very helpful and encouraging while taking this class. I would like to keep in touch with you if I may to let you know how my career as an interpreter/translator is going.

Adela S. - Washington

I am very happy that I found this school. This was my first time taking a class online, and I have to say it was great! The teacher and the material were very helpful. I like that we did not have a time limit to finish the assignments, and all the information was very well presented. Thank you very much for everything. I feel like a have learned a lot during the last two months.

Ruben R. - Illinois