Interpreting for Prenatal Genetics (Online live session via Zoom) Two Sessions, 8 CEUs by DSHS (#678), AOC, OJD, ATA. 7 by CCHI. 0.7 by IMIA/NBCMI. $119/Members

 
NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division (CID) presents:

Interpreting for Prenatal Genetics
Presented by Cindy Roat

As one of the fastest changing fields in medicine, genetics is a topic that is coming up more often in more healthcare settings. But highly technical vocabulary and complex medical concepts can present real challenges to interpreters who are not familiar with the concepts and vocabulary related to genetics.

This 8-hour interactive online workshop (limited to 35 participants) is a special opportunity for interpreters to learn to work in the fast-changing field of prenatal genetics, using a curriculum developed in collaboration with the National Coordinating Center for the Regional Genetics Networks. This workshop introduces basic concepts in genetics and addresses the role of the genetic counselor, red flags that lead to a referral to prenatal genetics, common prenatal genetic tests, and the most common genetic issues that arise in pregnancy. Technical vocabulary is introduced and exercises help the interpreter learn the vocabulary in both English and a non-English language. Finally, interpreting exercises based on real-life prenatal interviews create opportunities for practice. Language-specific glossaries and practice exercises are provided in Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese and Arabic.  

Learning objectives
At the end of this class, participants will be able to: 

1. Explain the relationship between DNA, chromosomes and genes
2. Accurately describe at least three common prenatal genetic tests and what they are looking for. 
3. Explain how they would handle any of several difficult situations that arise when interpreting in prenatal genetics, and why they would choose that path.
   
   

 TWO SESSIONS: Saturday, October 4, & Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., PDT. 

Important Information:
To receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs), you must attend both sessions. Partial credit cannot be granted for attending only one session. Please note that neither session will be recorded, so live attendance at both sessions is required to earn CEUs.

 
You will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions three days before and again the day before the event. If you don’t receive a reminder, please email info@notisnet.org or text 425-615-6741.

 
$119 NOTIS members, $169 non-members (Click to Join NOTIS)

Register online five days before the workshop date. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation; if you do not receive a confirmation, your registration did not go through. 

 
The credits listed below have been all requested by NOTIS. Their status will be updated as they are approved. Please note that NOTIS will not be responsible for refunds in the event of unapproved CE credits by any of these entities.

NOTIS issues proof of continuing education at the time it is earned. NOTIS does not guarantee the replacement of lost certificates.

Agency Codes:
WA AOC - Washington Administrative Office of the Courts
OJD - Oregon Judicial Department
ATA - American Translators Association
WA DSHS - Washington Dept. of Social and Human Services
CA CIMCE - California Court Interpreter Minimum Continuing Education Credit
CCHI - Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
IMIA/NBCMI - International Medical Interpreters Association/The National Board of Certification of Medical Interpreters

Cindy Roat is a national consultant and trainer with 29 years of experience in the healthcare interpreting field. With an MPH in International Health Services, Cindy has made significant contributions to the healthcare interpreting field in the areas of training, program development, policy formulation, advocacy, and organizational outreach. Her written works are key resources for interpreters, providers, and administrators alike. Cindy was the principal author of the original Bridging the Gap, and her most recent book, Healthcare Interpreting in Small Bites, is being used as an ancillary text at many basic training programs.

No refunds can be given after September 30 (five days before the first workshop date). A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before this date. Contact NOTIS for cancellation. Transfer of credits to another workshop is not allowed. No refunds will be given for reasons unrelated to this content, such as an unstable internet connection, issues with third-party applications, not receiving reminders, or problems with system requirements.

Be sure to read System Requirements for Zoom.

If you require accommodation, please contact NOTIS as early as possible in advance of the workshop. Questions? Contact NOTIS.