NOTIS’s Community Interpreter Division presents:
Genetic Counseling for Medical Interpreters: Beyond the Basics
Presented by Megan Yabumoto and Ernesto Marquez Montes
Course Description:
This 3-hour intermediate training builds on foundational knowledge of genetic counseling and explores more advanced genetics and genomics concepts relevant to healthcare interpreting. Facilitated by two Washington State genetic counselors, the workshop deepens participants’ understanding of the role of genetic counselors, complex genetic concepts, and interpretation of genetic tests and conditions commonly discussed in clinical and pediatric settings.
Completion of the on-demand workshop is recommended, but not required, prior to attending this intermediate session.
When?
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 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 425-615-6741 if you don't receive a reminder.
Cost
$52 NOTIS members, $94 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
| |
Credits Requested |
Approval Status |
| Washington State DSHS |
3 general |
Pending (Approval number:)
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| Washington State AOC |
3 general |
Pending |
| ATA |
3 |
Pending (Category A) |
| CCHI |
2.5 performance hours (CEAP ID #) |
Pending |
| IMIA/NBCMI |
0.2 (Registry ID) |
Pending |
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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