We help increase accessibility for those with limited English in our community by providing English for Citizenship Classes, training for interpreters and cultural competency training for organizations employing or serving diverse populations.
“I loved everything! I will take this with me and use it always. This course changes the way I have done everything, for the better.”
-Bridging the Gap Participant
For additional information,
please email:
Language & Cultural Services
info@jvskc.org
Interpreter Services jvsinterpreters@jvskc.org
English for Citizenship
JVS offers a 40 hour English for Citizenship course for individuals working towards obtaining their citizenship. Students attending class can live in Missouri or Kansas. For more information on class schedule and eligibility, contact canders@jvskc.org.
- Interpreter Training
Professional interpreters gain the skills they need through The Bridging the Gap™ course.
The Bridging the Gap™ course is a 40-hour training course for beginning and intermediate bilingual medical/social service interpreters.
Objectives:
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Apply the Interpreter’s Code of Ethics
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Identify and use medical terminology
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Demonstrate cultural competency
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Practice the three modes of interpreting
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Demonstrate appropriate interpreter roles
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Instructor: Raul O. Guerrero, Jewish Vocational Service (JVS)
Final Exam: Taken on the last day of class
Certificate of Completion: Awarded based on attendance and passing score.
Cultural Competency Training
By helping your employees understand the dynamics of culture among those who are new to the United States, JVS helps build a bridge between your organization and the people you serve. Cultural Competency training is adapted to the needs of your organization. Please contact Catherine Anderson for more details.
Contact: canders@jvskc.org