Where the demand is
Khmer demand serves an established Cambodian community, with rising need in elder care and behavioral health, including trauma-informed care for older refugees. Demand is steady rather than high-volume.
What the supply number means
23 interpreters list Khmer on Minnesota's public health care interpreter roster — a small pool best reserved for the clinical and elder-care demand where it matters most.
Certification & qualification
No national certification exam exists for Khmer; qualification relies on MDH roster registration, screening, and training hours.
What to expect from Lingfaro
Lingfaro is onboarding and vetting Khmer interpreters across Minnesota, prioritizing the elder-care and trauma-informed demand described in this report.
Procurement checklist
- Request MDH roster registration for Khmer
- Ask about elder-care and trauma-informed experience
- Plan lead time given the small pool