Paving the Way Health Care Interpreter Conference

06/30/2026

Register for the Fall "Fundamentals of Medical Interpreting" happening August 17 - November 16, 2026!
6:00pm – 9:00pm EST, Mondays & Thursdays

Mandatory Medical Language Assessment Exam Dates (pick one)
-Monday, July 20 from 6pm – 8pm EST (written exam)
-Thursday, July 23 from 6pm – 8pm EST (written exam)
Deadline to register for testing is Friday, July 17th. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
For more info and to register for testing: https://www.massmedicalinterpreting.org/training/fundamentals-training-schedule/umass-mit-fundamentals-program/

For registrations to be considered complete, payment for the assessment exam must be received by July 17th. Any incomplete candidate registration will be rolled over to our next session or referred to our partner organizations.

Written exam results will be processed and notified by email and candidates who passed will be invited to the oral exam, Monday, July 27th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm EST

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

We are pleased to support LEO13 – the 13th International Virtual Conference from Linguist Education Online, the premier virtual event for professionals in the language services industry. LEO13 is where the industry comes together to explore the issues shaping the future of our field.
HAPPENING THIS WEEK: June 25–26, 2026
100% online – attend from anywhere.
CEUs available.
Learn more and register: https://linguisteducationonline.com/leo-13th-conference/

Four reasons to attend LEO13 International Virtual Conference

Register today:
https: https://linguisteducationonline.com/leo-13th-conference/

Meet the speakers:
https://linguisteducationonline.com/speakers-at-leos-13th-international-virtual-conference/

View the agenda:
https: https://linguisteducationonline.com/leo13-agenda/

05/21/2026

Last chance to register to attend:
"Interpretando la sexualidad en la adolescencia: Un aporte para intérpretes médicos SPANISH ONLY" workshop
Presented by: Hernando Restrepo Payán, MD., M.A. Sexology
Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 5:45 - 9:00 pm EST

Location: Live Streaming Via Zoom Events (ZOOM Link will be shared after successful completion of payment)
Education Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Workshop Fee: $45.00
Learn more and Register: https://berkshireahec.org/courses/interpretando-la-sexualidad-en-la-adolescencia-un-aporte-para-interpretes-medicos-spanish-only-2/

05/21/2026

Upcoming Workshop:
Advanced Topics – Liver Anatomy and Physiology
Presented by Bernardo Alfredo Valencia, MD
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
6:00 pm – 9:15 pm (inclusive of 15 minutes break)
Location: Live Streaming Via Zoom Events
Education Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Workshop Fee: $45.00
For info on Credits/Contact Hours, Learning Objectives, About the Trainer and to Register: https://www.massmedicalinterpreting.org/continuing-ed-workshops/

05/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, presented, and supported the 21st Annual Paving the Way to Health Care Access Conference at UMass Boston!
This dynamic continuing education event brought together over 250 medical interpreters, interpreter leaders, and health care professionals committed to advancing access to care.

There were:
- 25 states represented
- 35 languages spoken
- 19 exhibiting sponsors
- 27 engaging workshops

And 2 inspiring keynotes:
“A phenomenal event, beautifully balancing knowledge-sharing and community-building.” – Pilar Ortega, MD, MGM
“An incredible space to connect, partner, share, and grow.” – Olga Valdman, MD

We’re grateful for this amazing community—thank you for making it such a success!

05/18/2026

Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors!
We extend our deepest gratitude to all the sponsors who helped make the Paving the Way to Health Care Access Conference such a meaningful and impactful event.
Your dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing equitable access to healthcare were evident in every conversation, resource shared, and connection made. Because of you, attendees were able to engage with innovative programs, learn about vital services, and build partnerships that will continue to strengthen our communities.
Thank you for your partnership, your passion, and your ongoing support in paving the way toward a more accessible and inclusive healthcare system for all.
We couldn’t have done it without you!

PLATINUM SPONSOR:
LanguageLine Solutions

GOLD SPONSOR:
BIG Language Solutions

SILVER SPONSORS:
Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters - CCHI
Certified Languages International
CCCS, Inc. Embracing Culture - Medical Interpreting School
GLOBO
International Translation Company (ITC)
Martti
SOSi

BRONZE SPONSORS:
ABC Language Services
Algovi Interpretation Management Platform
Be Moore Interpreting
ClariVita
Cross-Cultural Communications
Interpreter Training Programs
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
Massachusetts Trial Court
Partners Interpreting
Cross Cultural Health Care Program

Sparkle Sponsors: Propio Language Services and The National Board of Certified Medical Interpreters