TYSONS, Va., June 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of
Interpretation (AOI), a leading organization dedicated to
maintaining high-quality standards in the language services
industry, has recently identified an alarming increase in the
submission of forged certificates from interpreters. These
fraudulent certificates claim completion of a 40-hour medical
interpreter course, posing significant risks to the integrity of
the profession and the quality of services provided.
"The rise in forged certificates is a serious concern that
undermines the credibility of professional interpreters and
compromises the quality of interpretation services," said
Sameh Abdelkader, Director of
Education at the AOI. "Our mission is to uphold the highest
standards in the industry, and we are committed to addressing this
issue head-on. As soon as we saw our own certificate forged, we
knew we had to handle these issues immediately."
Forged certificates jeopardize the trust between clients and
interpreters and potentially endanger the lives of individuals
relying on accurate and professional medical interpretation. The
AOI emphasizes the importance of rigorous training and proper
credentialing to ensure interpreters are adequately prepared to
handle the complexities of medical interpretation.
In response to this issue, the AOI is collaborating with other
Language Service Providers (LSPs) to implement enhanced security
measures for certificate verification. These measures aim to ensure
the authenticity of the interpreter's credentials and maintain the
high standards expected in the industry.
New Security Measures Include:
- Digital Verification System: Implementation of a secure,
digital system that allows for quick and reliable verification of
interpreter certificates. This system will enable employers and
clients to confirm the validity of certificates in real time.
- Unique Identifiers: Introduction of unique identifiers and QR
codes on certificates, making it easier to track and verify the
authenticity of each certificate issued by the AOI.
- Collaboration with LSPs: Working closely with other LSPs to
share information and best practices for detecting and preventing
the use of forged certificates. This collaborative approach aims to
create a unified front against fraudulent activities in the
industry.
- Regular Audits and Updates: Instituting periodic audits of the
verification system and updates to security features to stay ahead
of forgery techniques and ensure ongoing integrity of the
certification process.
"We are taking these steps to protect the integrity of the
language services profession and ensure that only qualified and
properly trained interpreters are serving the community," added
Abdelkader. "By working together with other LSPs, we can
effectively combat this issue and maintain the trust and confidence
of our clients."
The AOI is dedicated to providing continuous education,
training, and credentialing to interpreters, ensuring they meet the
highest standards of professionalism and competence. The
introduction of these security measures represents AOI's unwavering
commitment to upholding the quality and integrity of the language
services industry. If you're an LSP that needs assistance on how to
put these practices into place, our IT and Education Departments
are standing by.
For more information about the Academy of Interpretation and its
initiatives, please visit
http://www.academyofinterpretation.com.
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About the Academy of Interpretation (AOI):
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Academy of Interpretation (AOI) is a leading organization in the
language services industry, dedicated to professionalizing the
field and maintaining high-quality standards. AOI offers education,
training, and credentialing to interpreters, translators, and
language professionals to ensure effective communication across
linguistic and cultural divides.
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