Clinical Language Fluency Testing

Equip your team with tools to foster a multilingual workforce. Language fluency testing will credential clinical staff to provide care in two (or more) languages and secure compliance with Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.

 

Type of Language Assessment

General Speaking and Listening

 Front desk, registration staff or other non-clinical staff

Medical Bilingual Assessment

Medical assistants, nursing assistants, home health aides, and healthcare technicians

Qualified Bilingual Staff Assessment

Nurses working as dual-role interpreters

Clinical and Cultural Linguistic Assessment

MDs, DOs, PAs, NPs

Medical Interpretation Assessment

Medical interpreters or bilingual staff that provide interpretation

Code of Ethics Assessment

Medical Interpreters (used in combination with Medical Interpretation Assessment)

Medical Discharge Translation Assessment

Staff providing translation

Why Choose AMN Language Services Proficiency Testing?

Choosing AMN Language Services means opting for excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement. Key features include:

Validity and Reliability

We offer a dependable and consistent language proficiency testing solution that adheres to the Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing.

Trained Evaluators

Setting us apart from other language solutions, our assessments are scored by trained language evaluators who are educated native speakers in the target language.

Unbiased

The testing process is designed to eliminate any biases, ensuring that all candidates are evaluated solely on their language skills.

Around-the-Clock Access

Our language portal and testing are accessible 24/7 to provide on-demand assignment and testing for you and your team’s convenience.

Our Evaluators

Our evaluators are the cornerstone of accurate and reliable language proficiency assessments. We partner with ALTA Language Services who hold their evaluators to high standards, including:

  • Native Language Proficiency
    Evaluators are native speakers, ensuring proficiency and nuanced understanding.
  • Cultural and Academic Expertise
    Evaluators are educated to the university level in the target language and culture for comprehensive linguistic and cultural knowledge.
  • Intensive Training
    Evaluators receive comprehensive training using a library of recorded audio sessions for precise language skill assessment.
  • Quality Assurance
    All evaluations are reviewed by an independent contractor, ensuring consistency and objectivity.

Language Interpreter Assessment FAQs

What is Language Proficiency Testing?

AMN Language Services Language Proficiency Testing assesses an individual's ability to comprehend and communicate in another language, particularly focusing on role-specific phrases and terms. This credentialing ensures clear communication and safe patient care.

What languages are assessed?

We offer assessments in 35 languages and continually expand our offerings. 

Who needs to take the assessment?

Any staff member who intends to perform their duties in a language other than English. This assessment is also for any staff member who may occasionally serve as an interpreter between a patient and another physician or staff member, even if only for a few minutes at a time.

What skills are evaluated?

Depending on the test, skills such as medical terminology, communication, fluency, and cultural proficiency may be assessed.

What is the difference between qualified bilingual staff and an interpreter?

Qualified Bilingual Staff are healthcare professionals assessed for job-related language proficiency but lack formal training in medical interpretation and ethics. They may not interpret for other members of the staff, such as providers, but they may perform their own job role in the language in which they were assessed.

Qualified Medical Interpreters undergo rigorous training in medical terminology, cultural competency, and ethical standards. They ensure accurate, impartial communication and comply with legal and professional standards.

Legally speaking, only qualified medical interpreters may facilitate communication between members of the staff and patients.

What is the process to assign an assessment through our portal?

To assign an assessment through our portal, simply input the staff’s name and email address. Staff members can be added one-by-one or can be uploaded in bulk using a CSV file.
Once a test has been assigned, the staff member will automatically receive an email. The email will contain instructions on accessing the assessment and information regarding the test. The assessment is available 24/7 and can be done at their convenience.
Once the staff member completes the test, the recording is sent to a for scoring. Tests are scored and uploaded into the portal within two business days

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