Newsletter May 2025

 

 

Hello Interpreters,

We hope you’re enjoying the beautiful spring weather and finding ways to recharge while continuing your important work. We’re back with more updates, opportunities, and resources to support you in your interpreting journey!

 

WSI Updates and Resources

In case you missed it, our new New Interpreters section on the website is live! It’s packed with helpful guides for those navigating the certification process. Be sure to check it out and share it with anyone who might benefit.

Additionally, we’re working on expanding our resources with video tutorials and FAQs. Stay tuned—exciting tools to simplify your work are on the way!

 

Upcoming CE Opportunities by NOTIS

We’re thrilled by the enthusiasm many of you have shown for the CE courses provided by NOTIS. Here are even more opportunities to sharpen your skills and earn credits:

5/10/25, 9am-12pm Ethical Conundrums in Medical Interpreting (Online live via Zoom) 1 ethics 2 general CEUs by DSHS (#804), 3 by AOC, CCHI, ATA. $54/Members

5/24/25, 9am-12pm Dementia for Medical Interpreters (Online live via Zoom) 3 CEUs by DSHS (#700), AOC, ATA. 2.5 by CCHI. 0.25 by IMIA/NBCMI. $54/Members

As always, you can also explore the On-Demand CE courses for flexible learning options.

 

Keeping you Informed

Can an executive order remove the need for interpreters?

To learn more about this important topic, check out the article by AMN Healthcare:

What the ‘English as the Official Language’ Executive Order Means for Language Services in Healthcare

This article dives into the implications for interpreters and language access policies in healthcare settings—definitely worth a read!

 

Friendly Reminders

  • Billing: Please complete your April billing promptly to avoid any delays in payment. Our team is available to assist you if needed.

  • Assignments: If you anticipate being late to an assignment (even if it’s just a few minutes), please let us know ahead of time whenever possible.

  • Urgent Need for In-Person Interpreters:
    The following clinics have a desperate need for in-person interpreters, as they often have to cancel the appointments without one:

    • Please contact the office for the list

    If you can prioritize taking appointments at these clinics, your support would be greatly appreciated!

     

Your Voice Matters

We value your input! If you have ideas, suggestions, or feedback from customers, let us know. Your insights help us grow and better support you.

“Without translation, we would be living in provinces bordering on silence.” – George Steiner

Thank you for being a vital part of our interpreter network. We’re excited to continue supporting you this spring and beyond!

 

Warm regards,
The WSI Team

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