The application is now closed.

In 2018 support includes paid registration, limited travel reimbursement, and training to develop the competencies needed to pass the QMHI written exam.

Financial support to attend MHIT

Apply by March 7, 2018.

The CATIE Center’s Behavioral Health Interpreting (BHI) project will support selected interpreters working towards the Qualified Mental Health Interpreter (QMHI) credential offered through the Alabama Department of Mental Health. This opportunity provides support which includes paid registration, limited travel reimbursement, and training to develop the competencies needed to pass the QMHI written exam.

Who should apply?

To be eligible, you must be committed to:

  • Working with Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing individuals seeking mental health services.
  • Attending the full core MHIT program, July 30–August 3, 2018 in Alabama.
  • Paying your own registration and travel expenses meeting the CATIE Center guidelines, then providing the CATIE Center receipts for reimbursement.
  • Submitting receipts to CATIE Center within two weeks of completing core MHIT.
  • Seeking a QMHI credential through the Alabama Department of Mental Health, Office of Deaf Services by applying (and participating, if accepted) to sit for the QMHI.
  • Developing a learning plan and meeting with CATIE Center staff a minimum of two times (a total of 3 hours) after core MHIT and before sitting for the QMHI.
  • Completing CATIE Center program surveys and evaluations.
  • Communicating with the CATIE Center staff regarding any barriers to completing your practicum within the one year timeframe.

We encourage and welcome applications from:

  • Confirmed MHIT participants.
  • Wait-listed applicants—by completing this application you could potentially be moved to a confirmed spot.
  • Interpreters who are certified with at least three years of professional interpreting experience.
  • Interpreters from diverse and/or underrepresented populations.

Funding is not available to participants who have other sources of financial support, such as state funding, or are employer-sponsored.

The application is now closed.

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