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• Interpreting for Postpartum Care (Online live via Zoom) Two sessions, 8 CEUs by DSHS (#691), AOC, CCHI, ATA. 0.8 by IMIA/NBCMI. $119/Members

  • Start
    01/11/2025
  •  
  • End
    01/18/2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Spaces left
    31

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  NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents: 

  Interpreting for Postpartum Care 
  Presented by Marisa Rueda Will, CHI

  
  

  
  Obstetric care does not end after a baby is delivered. Interpreters are often called to interpret for new mothers in the postpartum unit to discuss lactation, feeding, newborn screening, newborn cares, and postpartum care. This education is comprehensive and may take hours. Like any specialty area, postpartum teaching has its own terminology. Additionally, you will hear about how this care is different for women who have experienced a pregnancy loss.  

  During this session, you will discover the current methods and terminology utilized when interpreting for patients who have recently given birth. You will also hear about how these methods have changed over the last ten years and what this means for the goals of the encounter.  

  In true Tica Interpreter Education fashion, you will also hear stories about women who willingly share their postpartum journeys. These stories will help you understand how each new mother faces their own joys and struggles. Postpartum care varies depending on the patient and their needs. These stories will give you concrete examples to make the information shared poignant and memorable. After attending this session, you will be prepared to work with a variety of postpartum patients.
    

  

  • Identify common postpartum cares and become familiar with terminology when interpreting for these encounters.  

  • Learn about postpartum care to nontraditional pregnancy journeys, including pregnancy loss and/or labor and delivery complications.  

  • Recognize how education regarding newborn screening and lactation have changed over the last decade.  

  • Reflect on and/or discuss your experience interpreting for postpartum encounters with other medical interpreters.  

  • Acknowledge how your role as a professional interpreter increases positive patient outcomes by providing clear communication between the patient and provider. 

  
   
  
  Each learner will receive the following: 

  • Interpreting practice script 

  • Link to interpreting practice voiceover PP video 

  • Copy of the PowerPoint presentation 

  
   
  Two Sessions, Saturday, January 11 and 18, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. PST. Check-in at 7:50 a.m. PLEASE CHECK IN AT 7:50 a.m. to sign in. Class from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PST.

  **This workshop will be recorded.**

   
  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

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

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. Requirements 

  
   
  Register by January 6, 2024. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation; if you do not receive a confirmation, your registration did not go through. 

  

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  WA DSHS	8 general	Approved (Approval number: 691)
  WA AOC	8 general	Approved
  ATA	8 general	Approved (category A)
  CCHI	8 instructional (CEAP ID: 10055)	Approved
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.8 (ID:22-1301)	Approved

  
  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
  Note: NOTIS will not be responsible for refunds in the event of unapproved continuing credits by the entities listed above.

  
  
  

   
  Marisa Rueda Will graduated Magna Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Luther College in 2006. She has been a medical interpreter at a major U.S. medical center for over 15 years. She became a Certified Healthcare Interpreter-Spanish in 2012 and a Licensed Interpreter Trainer through Cross Cultural Communications in 2017. In 2020, she became a Simulation Center Instructor. She is also a member of the NCIHC Webinars Work Group. In 2022, she was invited to present at the CHIA and ATA Conferences. Marisa specializes in education through storytelling. She has a special interest in providing education about interpreting for OB, mental health, and end of life encounters.   
  

  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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. 

  
  No refunds can be given after January 6th. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the date. Contact NOTIS for cancellation. Credit for a missed workshop cannot be transferred to another workshop. 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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• Interpreting for Pediatric Genetics (Online live via Zoom) 7 general CEUs by DSHS (#654), CCHI, ATA. $109/Members

  • Start
    01/25/2025
  •  
  • End
    02/01/2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Spaces left
    34

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  NOTIS’ Community Interpreters Division presents

  Interpreting for Pediatric Genetics

  Presented by Cindy Roat

   Genetics a topic that is coming up more often in more healthcare settings, from primary care to cancer care. But highly technical vocabulary and complex medical concepts can present real challenges to interpreters who are not familiar with concepts and vocabulary related to genetics.
  This 7-hour online workshop is a special opportunity for interpreters to learn to work in the fast-changing field of pediatric genetics, using a curriculum developed by veteran interpreter instructor Cindy Roat – the second of three new curricula being funded by the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics. This workshop introduces basic concepts in genetics and addresses the role of the genetic counselor, genetic testing, and the most common genetic issues that arise in pediatrics. 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 interactions provide practice. Language-specific materials will be made available in Spanish, Traditional Chinese/Cantonese, Vietnamese and Arabic.   

  This workshop will not be recorded. To earn continuing education credits, you must attend the live webinar in its entirety for both sessions.

  
  

  What is a Webshop? A webshop is just like an interactive onsite class, but held online through Zoom. During a webshop, you can ask questions and engage in discussion. You may be divided into “break-out” rooms where you’ll be working with other participants on exercises or on practicing a skill. There may be quizzes and polls. So, while there may be some PowerPoint and lecture, this is not like your typical webinar. Your full attention and participation is expected; that’s what makes it fun!

  

   Two sessions: Saturday, January 25 AND February 1, 2025, 9am to 12:30pm, PST

   Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

   $109 NOTIS members, $149 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.

   Credit status will be updated upon approval.

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS (#654)	7 general	Approved
  ATA	7	Approved
  CCHI (ID: 09031)	6	Approved
  IMIA/NBCMI (ID: 21-1193)	0.7	Approved

  Note: this workshop is not approved by WA AOC.
  

  

  
  

  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.

  
  

  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. To earn continuing education credits, you must attend the live webinar in its entirety for both sessions.

   No refunds can be given after January 20th. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the date. Contact the NOTIS office manager for cancellation. Transfer of credits to another workshop is not allowed. No refunds will be given for reasons unrelated to this content, such as unstable internet connection, not receiving reminders, or problems with system requirements.

  Be sure to read System Requirements for Zoom.

  If you require accommodation, please contact the NOTIS Office Manager at least 3 weeks in advance if possible. po

   Email to office manager

  
  

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• NOTIS Networking Event in Spokane for Translators & Interpreters!

  • When
    01/25/2025
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    David's Pizza, Spokane, WA

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  NOTIS Networking Event in Spokane for Translators & Interpreters!

  When: Saturday, January 25, 2024, at 5:00 PM  

  Where: David's Pizza

  803 W. Mellon Ave, Spokane, WA  

  - Plenty of parking available  

  - Casual and welcoming atmosphere  

  What: Join fellow language professionals for an evening of networking and connection. This is a great opportunity to meet colleagues in a relaxed setting and exchange ideas with others in the field.  

  Food: Complimentary pizza provided by NOTIS. (Drinks and additional menu items available for purchase.)  

  Why Attend?

  - Build relationships with local interpreters and translators  

  - Expand your professional network  

  - Enjoy a friendly evening with others who share your passion!

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  We hope to see you there!

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• Interpreting for Mental Health (Online live via Zoom) 3 CEUs by DSHS (#778), AOC, CCHI, ATA. IMIA/NBCMI $49/Members

  • When
    02/08/2025
  •  
    09:00 - 12:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
    36

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  NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Interpreting for Mental Health
  Presented by Yuliya Speroff

  Join our workshop to equip interpreters with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex landscape of mental health care, ensuring effective communication and support for the over 51 million U.S. adults experiencing mental health disorders.

   
  In the United States, over 51 million adults experience mental health disorders, emphasizing the critical role interpreters play in facilitating effective communication in mental health settings. 

  Throughout this workshop, participants will gain insights into several key areas:

  • Understanding where mental health services are provided and who delivers them, ensuring interpreters are familiar with the landscape of mental health care.

  • Learning about  common mental health disorders, common diagnostic tools and treatment options for mental health disorders, equipping interpreters with terminology and concepts necessary for accurate interpretation.

  • Identifying various encounters interpreters may face in mental health settings, from therapy sessions to psychiatric evaluations, to ensure preparedness for diverse scenarios.

  • Recognizing and addressing the unique challenges interpreters may encounter in mental health settings, such as managing emotional dynamics and navigating sensitive conversations, and interpreting when standardized tests are administered.

  • Understanding how interpreting in mental health settings differs from other contexts, and how this may affect the interpreter’s performance and practice.

  

   Saturday February 8th, 2024, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT 
  Check-in at 8:50 a.m. Class from 9 am - 12 pm.

   
  The day before the webshop, you will receive an email with log-on instructions and with the handouts for the class.

   
  $54 NOTIS members, $84 non-members (Click HERE to join NOTIS)
  
  NOTE: Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. 

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. To see requirements, click HERE. 

   
  Via the web by February 3. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation; if you do not receive a confirmation, your registration did not go through.

  This workshop will be recorded, and the recording will be available to all registered participants one month after the workshop date.

   Credit status will be updated upon approval

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS	3 general	Approved (#778)
  Washington State AOC	3 general	Pending
  ATA	3	Approved (Category A)
  CCHI	3 instructional hours	Approved (CEAP ID:10455)
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.3	Approved (ID: 24-1168)

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

  
  
  

  
  
  
  Yuliya Speroff is a Russian-English CoreCHI™ and DSHS-certified healthcare interpreter. Yuliya first started interpreting over 10 years ago in her hometown of Novosibirsk, Russia and has since interpreted in a variety of settings – from a fighter jet factory to a live brain surgery, and most recently at a number of hospitals in Seattle. Yuliya also holds an MA in Business Management and is certified as both an English and a Russian language instructor with more than 10 years of teaching experience. Yuliya’s The Medical Interpreter Blog focuses on providing medical interpreters with resources and information for continuous professional development.

  
  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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.

   
  No refunds can be given after February 3. 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 unstable internet connection, issued with the third party application, not receiving reminders, or problems with system requirements.

  
  If you require accommodation, please contact NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.

   
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• Ethics Jeopardy! 2.0 (Online live via Zoom) DSHS (#), AOC, OJD, CCHI, ATA. $39/Members

  • When
    02/11/2025
  •  
    18:00 - 20:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
    26

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  NOTIS’ Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Ethics Jeopardy! 2.0
  Presented by Cindy Roat

  

  
  Ethics has never been so much fun! This two-hour class uses the format of the game show “Jeopardy!” to meet your one-credit ethics requirement for DSHS as well as to get you thinking about how the DSHS Code of Conduct applies to real-life situations. Join veteran interpreter trainer Cindy Roat for a fun and ethical workshop!

  
  

  Handout: 12-WAC 388-03-050 DSHS Code of Conduct 2021.pdf

  Learning objectives
  

  At the conclusion of this class, participants will be able to

  • Name the 12 canons of the DSHS Code of Conduct

  • Identify which canon applies to a given circumstance in healthcare or social service interpreting.

  • Use the principles of the canons to the given circumstances to describe an appropriate response in the given circumstances.

  This class is a redesign of the very popular Ethics Jeopardy! class approved by LTC in 2023. As so many interpreters have asked to retake the class for their annual ethics credit, the class has been redesigned, using the same Jeopardy template but changing the questions and answers. This short class will still begin with a quick review of the canons of the DSHS Code of Conduct. Then, as in the previous version, the participants will be split into two teams to play a game using the Jeopardy format to challenge their memory of the canons and their ability to apply the canons to specific interpreting challenges. The questions, however, will be different, as will the specific interpreting challenges presented.

  This workshop will not be recorded. To earn continuing education credits, you must attend the live webinar in its entirety.
  

  
  Tuesday, February 11th, 2024, 6 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PST. Check-in at 5:50 p.m. PLEASE CHECK IN AT 5:50 p.m. to sign in. Class from 6 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PST.

   
  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

   
  $39 NOTIS members, $69 non-members (Click to Join NOTIS)　

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. Please read these important REQUIREMENTS before proceeding with your registration.
  

  
  Via the web (five days before the webshop 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 30 registrants.

  
  Credit status will be updated upon approval.

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS	1 ethics, 1 general	Pending (Approval number:)
  WA AOC	2 ethics	Pending
  ATA	2 (category A)	Pending
  CCHI	2 instructional (ID:)	Pending
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.2 (ID:)	Pending

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

  Guidelines for Earning Ethics Credits: Annual Gateway Ethics Quiz and Live Classes: Interpreters can take the Gateway ethics quiz every year to earn ethics credits within the four-year cycle. However, please note that a live ethics class or webinar can only be counted for credit once every four years, according to LTC regulations.
  

  

  

  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.

  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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. 

  
  No refunds can be given after February 6th. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the date. Contact NOTIS for cancellation. Credit for a missed workshop cannot be transferred to another workshop. 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.

  
  Email NOTIS

  
  

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• Interpreting for Forensic Evaluations (Online live via Zoom) 4 CEUs by DSHS (#719), AOC, OJD, ATA, 3.5 by CCHI. 0.35 by IMIA/NBCMI $69/Members

  • When
    02/15/2025
  •  
    09:00 - 13:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
    41

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   NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Interpreting for Forensic Evaluations
  Presented by Robin Ragan and Jordan Greenbaum

  
  

  Course Description:

  Forensic evaluations are used in many contexts including healthcare settings, legal criminal proceedings, and immigration hearings. A successful forensic evaluation often requires the interviewee to detail uncomfortable and upsetting information about their lives. In this workshop, participants will learn from a physician and a certified medical interpreter about the format, flow, and questions contained in a typical forensic evaluation, as well as best practices for conducting the interview via an interpreter. We will discuss pre-session preparation, tips for establishing rapport, and strategies for working with clients using a trauma-informed approach. The workshop will involve didactic teaching with extensive participant interaction and discussion in addition to a one-hour practice period in which attendees will work on three realistic scenarios the trainers have identified as particularly difficult. Finally, we will conclude with a discussion of additional training resources and ways to get involved in forensic evaluations moving forward.

  Learning Goals:

  • Describe the format and purpose of a Forensic Evaluation
  • Summarize the trauma-informed approach to interpretation during a forensic evaluation
  • Describe challenges for interpreters and providers
  • Name coping strategies for the interpreter to avoid secondary traumatic stress
  • Know how to get involved

  
  

  When? 
  Saturday, February 15, 2025, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. PST. Check-in begins five minutes before the starting time. Class from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST.

  Where? 
  

  Reminder
  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

  This workshop will be recorded.

  Cost? 
  $69 NOTIS members, $99 Non-members (Click to Join NOTIS)

  Requirements
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. Please read these requirements before proceeding with your registration.

  Registration
  Register by February 10th, 2025. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation; if you do not receive a confirmation, your registration did not go through. 

  CE credits 

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  DSHS (Washington State Department of Social and Health Services)	4 general	Approved (Approval number: 719)
  AOC (Washington State Administrate of Courts)	3.5 general	Approved
  OJD (Oregon Judicial Department)	4 general	Approved
  ATA (American Translators Association)	4 (Category A)	Approved
  CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters)	1 performance base hour and 2.5 instructional hour	Approved
  IMIA/NBCMI (International Medical Interpreters Association/The National Board of Certification of Medical Interpreters)	0.35 (Education Registry ID23-1163)	Approved

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

  

  
  Who is teaching? 
  
  Robin Ragan is a professor of Spanish at Knox College in Illinois, teaching in a translation and interpreter training program designed by her. She earned her CMI-Spanish since 2016, and is a Illinois state court interpreter as well. In 2020 she earned the Global Engagement Initiative Award from the American Council on Teachers of Foreign Languages Global for her translation and interpreting program at Knox, and a Humanities Innovation Grant from the Modern Languages Association to support new coursework on “Interpreting for Crisis Contexts in Immigration”. Robin is also a collaborator with Americans Against Language Barriers where she trains future medical interpreters and frequently teaches units on Modes, Roles, Ethics and Vicarious Trauma. She interprets for psychosocial evaluations on a weekly basis through her work with immigrant populations and asylum seekers.

  Jordan Greenbaum, MD is the former medical director of the International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children, and past medical director of the Stephanie Blank Center for Safe and Healthy Children at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She is a retired child abuse physician living in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Greenbaum is a board member of the International Society on the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (ISPCAN) and a past president of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. She has provided training and technical assistance to international school staff, health and mental health professionals, as well as social workers, law enforcement officers and prosecutors globally to improve the community response to child abuse, exploitation, and trafficking. She provides training and technical assistance regarding the trauma-informed, rights-based approach to interacting with children and families who have experienced trauma related to sexual, physical or community violence, and forced migration. Dr. Greenbaum assisted in the creation of the material for this training and is a co-trainer.

  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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.

  Refunds? 
  Refunds are available up to 5 days prior to the workshop date. A $15 cancellation fee will be applied up to 5 days before the event date. Contact NOTIS for cancellation. Transfer of credit 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.

  Anything else? 
  If you require accommodation, please contact the NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.

  Questions?
  Email to NOTIS

  
  

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• Interpreting for Addiction Services (Online live via Zoom) 4 CEUs by DSHS (#742), AOC. 3.75 by CCHI, ATA. 0.35 by IMIA/NBCMI, $69/Members

  • When
    03/01/2025
  •  
    09:00 - 13:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
    35

  Register

   NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Interpreting for Addiction Services
  Presented by Cindy Roat

  

  
  This is a 4-hour synchronous online workshop, designed for experienced interpreters, that will prepare learners to provide interpreting services for patients being seen at Addiction Services, their families and the providers who serve them.

  Learning objectives:

  After taking this class, participants will be able to:

  • Define addiction and differentiate between addiction and physical dependence.

  • Describe the key types of substance use disorder treatment, including medically based treatment, counseling and harm reduction strategies.
  • Accurately interpret common terms and utterances commonly used in communications around substance use diagnosis and treatment in medical and social service settings.
    
    

  Topics:
  

  • Introduction to addiction and substance use disorder, including the diagnostic process and treatment options.
  • What interpreters can expect at medical and social service with patients and families who are living with substance use disorder.
  • Specialized terminology in addiction services commonly used in medical and social service settings.
  • Practice with vocabulary and linguistic conversion between English and a non-English language.  
  • Special challenges for the interpreter.
    
    

  Support materials provided:
  

  • A copy of the PowerPoint presentation.
  • English vocabulary exercises
  • Conversion exercises
  • A glossary of terms used in addiction services.
    
    

  This workshop will not be recorded.
  

  
  Saturday, March 1, 2025, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. PST. Check-in at 8:50 a.m. PLEASE CHECK IN AT 8:50 a.m. to sign in. Class from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST.

   
  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

  
  $69 NOTIS members, $99 non-members (Click to Join NOTIS)　

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. Please read these important REQUIREMENTS before proceeding with your registration. 
  

  
  Via the web (five days before the webshop 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	4 general	Approved (Approval number: 742)
  Washington State AOC	4 general	Approved
  ATA	4 (category A)	Approved
  CCHI	3.75 instructional	Approved (ID:10364)
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.35	Approved (ID:24-1209)

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

  

  

  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. 

  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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. 

  
  No refunds can be given after February 24. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the date. Contact the NOTIS office manager for cancellation. Credit for a missed workshop cannot be transferred to another workshop. 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 accomodation, please contact NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.

  
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• Not Just a Headache: Migraine Anatomy and Terminology for medical interpreters (Online live via Zoom) 2 CEUs by DSHS (#799), AOC, CCHI, ATA. IMIA/NBCMI $38/Members

  • When
    03/05/2025
  •  
    18:00 - 20:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
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  NOTIS’s Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Not Just a Headache: Migraine Anatomy and Terminology
  Presented by Yuliya Speroff

  Course Description: Despite a commonly held belief, migraines are more than just headaches; they are complex neurological disorders that can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life - and even impede their ability to see, speak or move during an attack. This specialized course is designed for medical interpreters seeking to deepen their understanding of migraine, a prevalent neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide. As a medical interpreter, their role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive accurate and empathetic care, particularly when dealing with complex conditions like migraine. This course will equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively interpret medical consultations, diagnoses, and treatment plans related to migraine. By preparing to interpret in encounters related to migraine diagnosis and management, medical interpreters will play a vital role in enhancing patient care, reducing medical errors, and contributing to better health outcomes for those suffering from this debilitating condition.

  Learning Goals: After attending this class, the participants will be familiar with:

  • Definition of migraine

  • Common types of migraine disorder

  • The specific medical terminology and phrases commonly used to describe migraine symptoms and manifestations, complications, common treatment options, anatomy and physiology of areas of the brain and the body affected by this disorder

  The participants will also have an opportunity to integrate new terminology into their practice by engaging in interpreting skill development activities, such as sight translation and consecutive interpretation exercise.
  

  The class materials were reviewed by Nicholas Karagas MD/PhD, Department of Neurology, UW Medicine.

  The class was expanded to a 2-hour class with inclusion of interpreting skills development activities, such as sight translation exercises and consecutive interpretation dialogues.

  

   Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. PT 
  Check-in at 5:50 p.m. Class from 6 pm - 8 pm.

   
  The day before the webshop, you will receive an email with log-on instructions and with the handouts for the class.

   
  $38 NOTIS member, $68 non-member (Click HERE to join NOTIS)
  
  NOTE: Space is limited to the first 40 registrants. 

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. To see requirements, click HERE. 

   
  Via the web by March 1. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation; if you do not receive a confirmation, your registration did not go through.

  This workshop will be recorded, and the recording will be available to all registered participants one month after the workshop date.

   Credit status will be updated upon approval

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS	2 general	Approved (#799)
  Washington State AOC	2 general	Pending
  ATA	2	Approved (Category A)
  CCHI	2 instructional hours	Pending (CEAP ID:)
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.2	Pending (ID: )

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

  
  
  

  
  
  
  Yuliya Speroff is a Russian-English CoreCHI™ and DSHS-certified healthcare interpreter. Yuliya first started interpreting over 10 years ago in her hometown of Novosibirsk, Russia and has since interpreted in a variety of settings – from a fighter jet factory to a live brain surgery, and most recently at a number of hospitals in Seattle. Yuliya also holds an MA in Business Management and is certified as both an English and a Russian language instructor with more than 10 years of teaching experience. Yuliya’s The Medical Interpreter Blog focuses on providing medical interpreters with resources and information for continuous professional development.

  
  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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.

   
  No refunds can be given after March 1. 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 unstable internet connection, issued with the third party application, not receiving reminders, or problems with system requirements.

  
  If you require accommodation, please contact NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.

   
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• General Principles of Editing

  • When
    03/08/2025
  •  
    09:00 - 16:30
  • Location
    Highline College, Des Moines, WA
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  Translation Division presents

  General Principles of Editing

  Presented by Helen Eby

  This in-person engaging workshop will provide a practical approach to the essential principles of editing, tailored for both language-neutral contexts and English/Spanish translation.

  Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.): General principles of editing – language neutral
  We will discuss:

  • General requirements for editors

  • An overview of the different stages of editing

  • The levels of editing that apply to translators in each stage of editing.

  • Consequences of not providing proper editing procedures with a translation.

  • Preparing a style guide for our use with a document.

  These topics will be covered from a practical perspective, with excercises.

  Afternoon (1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.): General Principles of Editing – For English/Spanish translators

  Specific topics that may be covered:

  • Adaptation to a new audience when translating to Spanish

  • Differences between English and Spanish in:

  • Punctuation

  • Verb conjugation

  • Sentence structure

  These topics will be covered from a practical perspective, with exercises.

  LOCATION: Highline College, Classroom TBA

  Address: 2400 South 240th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198-9800

  Parking is $3 per day. 

  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet 

  Cost 
  $75 NOTIS members, $110 non-members (click to JOIN NOTIS)

  Registration 
  Register three 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. contact info@notisnet.org if you don't receive a confirmation.

  CREDITS

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS	5 general	Pending (Approval number:)
  Washington State AOC	5 general	Pending
  OJD (Oregon Judicial Department)	3 language specific credits in the afternoon part. Note: the morning portion does not meet continuing education criteria.	Approved
  ATA	5	Pending (Category A)

  
  NOTE: NOTIS will not be responsible for refunds in the event of unapproved continuing credits by the entities listed above

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. Please allow yourself enough time to get to the site, find parking and sign in before the workshop begins. While latecomers are welcome to stay for the educational value of the workshop, DSHS/AOC will not provide CE credit if you arrive late, for any

  reason.

  PLEASE NOTE

  Workshop participants should bring a laptop if possible.

  Presenter: Helen Eby is an ATA-certified Spanish <> English translator and a Certified Spanish Interpreter for the Oregon Health Authority & Judicial Department. Her book Principios de redacción del español was released in 2019.

  
  

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• Ethics Jeopardy! 2.0 (Online live via Zoom) 1 ethics and 1 general CEUs by DSHS (#), 2 ethics by AOC, 2 general by CCHI, ATA. 0.2 by IMIA/NBCMI, $39/Members

  • When
    06/24/2025
  •  
    18:00 - 20:00
  • Location
    Zoom/Online
  • Spaces left
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  NOTIS’ Community Interpreters Division presents:

  Ethics Jeopardy! 2.0
  Presented by Cindy Roat

  

  
  Ethics has never been so much fun! This two-hour class uses the format of the game show “Jeopardy!” to meet your one-credit ethics requirement for DSHS as well as to get you thinking about how the DSHS Code of Conduct applies to real-life situations. Join veteran interpreter trainer Cindy Roat for a fun and ethical workshop!

  
  

  Learning objectives
  

  At the conclusion of this class, participants will be able to

  
  

  • Name the 12 canons of the DSHS Code of Conduct

  • Identify which canon applies to a given circumstance in healthcare or social service interpreting.

  • Use the principles of the canons to the given circumstances to describe an appropriate response in the given circumstances.
    
    

  Handout: 12-WAC 388-03-050 DSHS Code of Conduct 2021.pdf

  This class is a redesign of the very popular Ethics Jeopardy! class approved by LTC in 2023. As so many interpreters have asked to retake the class for their annual ethics credit, the class has been redesigned, using the same Jeopardy template but changing the questions and answers. This short class will still begin with a quick review of the canons of the DSHS Code of Conduct. Then, as in the previous version, the participants will be split into two teams to play a game using the Jeopardy format to challenge their memory of the canons and their ability to apply the canons to specific interpreting challenges. The questions, however, will be different, as will the specific interpreting challenges presented.

  This workshop will not be recorded. To earn continuing education credits, you must attend the live webinar in its entirety.
  

  
  Tuesday, June 24th, 2024, 6 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PST. Check-in at 5:50 p.m. PLEASE CHECK IN AT 5:50 p.m. to sign in. Class from 6 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PST.

   
  Three days in advance, and again the day before the event, you will receive reminder emails with log-on instructions. Email or Text/Call 425-247-0684 (voice message only) if you don't receive a reminder. Skype Name: live:notisnet

   
  $39 NOTIS members, $69 non-members (Click to Join NOTIS)　

  
  Before you register, make sure that your online setup meets the equipment and connectivity requirements. Please read these important REQUIREMENTS before proceeding with your registration.
  

  
  Via the web (five days before the webshop 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 30 registrants.

  
  Credit status will be updated upon approval.

  	Credits Requested	Approval Status
  Washington State DSHS	1 ethics, 1 general	Pending (Approval number:)
  WA AOC	2 ethics	Pending
  ATA	2 (category A)	Pending
  CCHI	2 instructional (ID:)	Pending
  IMIA/NBCMI	0.2 (ID:)	Pending

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

  Guidelines for Earning Ethics Credits: Annual Gateway Ethics Quiz and Live Classes: Interpreters can take the Gateway ethics quiz every year to earn ethics credits within the four-year cycle. However, please note that a live ethics class or webinar can only be counted for credit once every four years, according to LTC regulations.
  

  

  

  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.

  

  Certificates of Attendance will be awarded to all who arrive on time and stay for the entire workshop. 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. 

  
  No refunds can be given after June 19th. A $15 processing fee will apply for refunds requested before the date. Contact NOTIS for cancellation. Credit for a missed workshop cannot be transferred to another workshop. 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.

  This workshop will not be recorded.

  
  If you require accommodation, please contact NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.

  
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