MONTEREY, CA – (September 30, 2008) – In celebration of International Translators day (9/30/2008), Language Line® University today announced the development of an online “International Registry of Certified Medical Interpreters.” The first industry resource of its kind, once launched the registry will give hospitals, healthcare organizations, interpreters and researchers access to a free online resource for identifying professional medical interpreters and reviewing their language skills and credentials. It will also serve as a professional development tool for the growing medical interpreting industry and a vehicle for raising awareness of the importance of the interpreting profession. See the complete press release at http://www.languageline.com/page/news/106/

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