NOTIS’s Community Interpreter Division presents:
An Introduction to Genetic Counseling for Medical Interpreters
Presented by Megan Yabumoto and Ernesto Marquez Montes
Course Description:
This 3-hour training provides interpreters with an overview of genetic counseling, including common and complex genetics/genomics concepts. Facilitated by two WA state genetic counselors, this workshop will teach participants about the role of genetic counselors in healthcare, key genetic concepts, and the types of genetic tests and conditions commonly discussed in pediatric settings. Through interactive activities, interpreters will practice translating and interpreting specialized terminology and gain insight into the psychosocial aspects of genetic counseling. This session emphasizes the critical role of interpreters in bridging the communication gap between patients and healthcare providers in the complex field of genetics.
Learning objectives:
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Genetic counseling training, education, areas of practice, and specializations
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Basic genetics: cells, DNA, genes, chromosomes
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Inheritance patterns: autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked, mitochondrial
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Types of genetic variation
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Types of genetic tests
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Utility of a pedigree (family history)
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Genetic counselor-patient interactions
Participants will receive handouts with key genetics/genomics terms and will have opportunities to practice consecutive interpreting and sight translation in breakout sessions.
When?
Saturday, October 5, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PST. Check-in at 8:50 a.m. Class from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PST.
This workshop will be recorded.
Where? 
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
$45 NOTIS members, $75 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 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.
CE credits
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Credits Requested |
Approval Status |
| Washington State DSHS |
3 general |
Approved (Approval number: 784)
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| Washington State AOC |
3 general |
Approved |
| ATA |
3 |
Approved (Category A) |
| CCHI |
2.5 performance hours (CEAP ID #10514) |
Approved |
| IMIA/NBCMI |
0.2 (Registry ID24-1179) |
Approved |
NOTE: NOTIS will not be responsible for refunds in the event of unapproved continuing credits by the entities listed above.
Who is teaching?
Megan Yabumoto is a pediatric genetic counselor in Medical Genetics at Seattle Children’s Hospital (SCH) where she sees patients in the general genetics, skeletal dysplasias, and epilepsy genetics clinics. Megan graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine with a Master’s degree in Human Genetic and Genetic Counseling in 2022. Megan, Ernesto, and other colleagues have been partnering with the in-house interpreter and translation services at SCH to better bridge the gap in understanding of common and complex genetics topics.
Ernesto Marquez Montes graduated in Spring of 2024 from the University of Washington with his Master’s in Genetic Counseling. Currently, he works as a bilingual children and family counselor in community services. He also has experience working with neurodiverse individuals and is passionate about making services accessible. Ernesto believes that fostering a partnership with healthcare interpreters is vital to accessible healthcare and critical for the future of genetics.
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 will be issued if requested up to 5 days before the workshop date. 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.
Anything else?
If you require accommodation, please contact NOTIS at least 3 weeks in advance if possible.
Questions? Email NOTIS
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