
NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents:
Interpreting for Prenatal Genetics
Presented by Cindy Roat
As one of the fastest changing fields in medicine, genetics 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 7-hour interactive online workshop (limited to 30 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 both in 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:
- Explain the relationship between DNA, chromosomes and genes
- Accurately describe at least three common prenatal genetic tests and what they are looking for.
- 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 & October 11, 2025, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., PST.
To receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs), you must attend both sessions. Partial credits cannot be granted for attending only one session.
Both sessions will not be recorded; therefore, you must attend both sessions to receive 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.
Space is limited to the first 35 registrants.
Credit status will be updated upon approval.
|
Credits Requested |
Approval Status |
Washington State DSHS |
8 general |
Pending |
Washington State AOC |
8 |
Pending* |
Oregon Judicial Department |
8 general |
Pending |
ATA |
8 (category A) |
Pending |
CCHI (ID:09722) |
7 instructional |
Approved |
IMIA/NBCMI (ID: 22-1221) |
0.75 |
Pending |
NOTIS issues proof of continuing education at the time it is earned. NOTIS does not guarantee the replacement of lost certificates.
*Note: If WA AOC has not approved this workshop by the date it takes place, it will not appear on your certificate of completion. You can check the Continuing Education Class List later to see if it was approved. Please keep in mind that AOC decides the type of credit awarded, so it may differ from what NOTIS requested.
Please allow yourself enough time to log on and sign in before the webshop begins. While latecomers are welcome to stay for the educational value of the webshop, DSHS will not provide CE credit if you arrive late, for any reason. Certificate will be emailed the following week.

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Cindy Roat is a national consultant and trainer with 29 years’ 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 before five days prior to the first session. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the 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 at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.
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