Testing for more than 120 languages in over 60 countries, Language Testing International (LTI) has seen the ACTFL language proficiency tests applied in so many unique ways and capacities—most notably within academic, government, and commercial sectors. However, the nonprofit sector is another area that LTI proudly serves and in which we advocate for the use […]
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In our increasingly globalized world, there is a growing need for a multilingual workforce. The demand for multilingual employees more than doubled between 2010 and 2015.[1] The workforce has continued to evolve since then, particularly as a consequence of the Covid pandemic: as of 2021, there has been a 30% increase in bilingual remote jobs.[2] […]
Continue readingThe Importance of Communication in Light of the COVID-19 Outbreak
The Importance of Communication in Light of the Coronavirus Outbreak We’re in the midst of a global health emergency. As the Coronavirus continues to spread, healthcare providers can expect to see an increase in the number of patients with limited English proficiency. How can healthcare organizations best be prepared to serve everyone in need of […]
Continue readingHiring for Healthcare in 2020
In the healthcare field, employing skilled and competent caregivers who are able to meet the diverse and growing needs of our communities is more important than ever. In a 2018 study commissioned by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, it was reported that 41% of […]
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