CCHI Eligibility Requirements 4

Question 1

A candidate who completed 25 hours of healthcare interpreter training wants to apply for the CHI exam. What must they do to meet CCHI's training requirement?

Accepted Answer

Complete an additional 15 hours of healthcare interpreter training

Answer

CCHI requires a minimum of 40 hours of healthcare interpreter training, so 25 hours is insufficient and the candidate must complete 15 more hours.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the work experience alternative to formal training under CCHI eligibility?

Accepted Answer

One year of healthcare interpreting experience

Answer

CCHI accepts one year of healthcare interpreting work experience as an alternative to the 40-hour formal training requirement.

Question 3

An applicant holds a GED rather than a traditional high school diploma. How does CCHI view this credential for eligibility purposes?

Accepted Answer

A GED is accepted as an equivalent to a high school diploma

Answer

CCHI accepts a GED as the equivalent of a high school diploma for meeting the educational eligibility requirement.

Question 4

For the CHI-Spanish credential specifically, what examination components must a candidate pass that are NOT required for other CHI language credentials?

Accepted Answer

Both a written examination and an oral performance examination

Answer

CHI-Spanish requires passing both a written exam and an oral performance exam, whereas other CHI language credentials require only the written exam.

Question 5

A candidate has been convicted of Medicaid fraud five years ago. How is this likely to affect their CCHI application?

Accepted Answer

It may disqualify the candidate depending on CCHI's character review

Answer

CCHI requires applicants to disclose criminal history and conducts a character review; fraud-related convictions can result in disqualification.

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

CCHI Eligibility Requirements 4