Bridging the Gap® Certificate Program for Interpreters
Our Bridging the Gap® program equips interpreters with the practical techniques they need to interpret successfully in a medical setting.
The Gold Standard for Medical Interpreter Training
Bridging the Gap® is the first training program for medical interpreters in the United States. Bridging the Gap® sets the standard for our program and we elevate it by ensuring that you are not only qualified, but effectively prepared for the marketplace.
The 40-hour Bridging the Gap®
Why is our BTG program the top choice nationwide?
PRISMA EXCLUSIVE MATERIALS
Our program provides additional materials to help you navigate the healthcare system, as well as supplemental training for interpreting in mental health settings and crisis intervention.
We also offer additional materials covering medical insurance, medical compliance, assertive communication, positive body language, and more. Our interpreting practices are practical and prepare you for simultaneous interpreting in the field.
CERTIFIED ICF COACHING
We offer certified ICF (International Coach Foundation) coaching for our students to help them navigate the job market or start their own business. Our coaching sessions include interview prep, resume review, and professional performance coaching.
CLASS MATERIALS
Most programs only offer a textbook and maybe a glossary. Prisma provides you with a full suite of materials including the BTG® student guidebook, a medical glossary in your target language, and a guide to common prescriptions and medication.
CLASS SIZE
Materials are shipped via FedEx with signature required and are shipped prior to the first class date to ensure timeliness and security. Our team is available to address shipping concerns should they arise. We always try to make sure you have your materials on time.
JOB PLACEMENT
Most programs only offer a textbook and maybe a glossary. Prisma provides you with a full suite of materials including the BTG® student guidebook, a medical glossary in your target language, and a guide to common prescriptions and medication.
CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS
We are sensitive and responsive to your work and study schedule. If you need a custom 1:1 program due to work deadlines to complete your CEUs or initial class, or have a disability which requires special accommodations we will schedule your class around your agenda and are one of the few agencies to do so.