OAR 333-002-0170
Certification and Qualification Renewal

(1) Certified or qualified health care interpreters who intend to maintain enrollment in the registry shall renew their certification or qualification every 48 months.
(2) To continue participating in the registry, qualified interpreters may not apply for renewal of their qualification if certification is available in the qualified language or languages, they must become certified instead.
(3) At least 60 days before the expiration of certification or qualification, an applicant for renewal shall submit:
(a) A completed Authority renewal form and background check application.
(b) Any applicable fees.
(c) A signed copy of the Authority provided commitment form acknowledging that the applicant has read and agrees to abide by the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct, as applicable.
(d) Written verification showing the individual has maintained eligibility for registry renewal by completing the continuing education required:
(A) For qualification, the continuing education required by OAR 333-002-0120 (Continuing Education).
(B) For certification, the continuing education required by OAR 333-002-0120 (Continuing Education) and any additional hours required by the applicant’s national certifying body during the preceding four years. Actual recertification by the national body is not required.
(4) The date of submission shall be considered to be the date materials are received by the Authority by fax, mail, electonic mail or hand delivery.

Source: Rule 333-002-0170 — Certification and Qualification Renewal, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-002-0170.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 333-002-0170’s source at or​.us