CCHI Continuing Education and Reaccreditation

Question 1

How often must a certified healthcare interpreter recertify with CCHI?

Accepted Answer

Every 5 years

Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

Every 7 years

Answer

Every 10 years

Question 2

What is required for an interpreter to maintain their certification with CCHI?

Accepted Answer

Completion of Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Answer

Proof of ongoing employment in healthcare settings

Answer

A personal interview with CCHI examiners

Answer

Submitting a new application and fee for each renewal

Question 3

What happens if a certified interpreter does not meet the recertification requirements within the designated time?

Accepted Answer

The interpreter will lose certification status

Answer

The interpreter will be granted an extension without penalties

Answer

The interpreter will need to retake the entire certification exam

Answer

The interpreter will be automatically recertified for one more year

Question 4

How many Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are typically required for recertification in a 5-year period?

Accepted Answer

20 CEUs

Answer

10 CEUs

Answer

30 CEUs

Answer

40 CEUs

Question 5

Can interpreters earn CEUs through activities outside of formal classes, such as workshops or webinars?

Accepted Answer

Yes, workshops and webinars can count toward CEUs

Answer

No, only formal classes count toward CEUs

Answer

No, only academic courses are accepted

Answer

Yes, but only if the interpreter is an instructor