October 18, 2023 3:20 a.m. 

Umpqua Health Alliance has announced the launch of its Health Care Interpreter Training Scholarship program.

UHA Communications Director Camille Sorensen said it is designed to support residents in the Douglas County community who aspire to become an Oregon Health Authority qualified or certified interpreter.

Sorensen said the scholarship covers the costs associated with training and language proficiency exams, enabling scholarship recipients to enhance their knowledge and skills contributing to UHA’s efforts “to providing readily accessible, culturally appropriate, high-quality healthcare for residents of the county”.

To be eligible for this scholarship program, applicants must meet these criteria:

*Be 18 years of age or older

*Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent

*Work in Douglas County

*Be absent from the Medicaid Exclusion list

*Provide proof of proficiency in both English and the target language.

Sorensen said the scholarship program provides a valuable opportunity for community members to further their education and careers and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of UHA patients. Those interested can complete the HBI Training Scholarship Application. For more information or to get the application email: UHQualityImprovement@umpquahealth.com