Course Description

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 class was developed by veteran interpreter instructor Cindy Roat in collaboration with genetics experts from the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics with a grant from HRSA. 

This course introduces basic concepts in genetics and addresses the role of the genetic counselor, common prenatal genetic tests, how to understand results of testing, parental options based on results, and the most common genetic issues that arise in pregnancy. 

 

Dates: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 & Saturday, October 10th, 2026

Pacific Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Mountain Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Central Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Eastern Time: 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
CCHI 6.5 Hours (3 PBC) (Pending approval)
ATA 7 CE Points
IMIA 0.6 CE Units (Pending approval)
DSHS 7 CE Hours (Pending approval)

Instructor

Cynthia E. Roat, MPH

Cynthia E. Roat, MPH is a state-certified English<>Spanish healthcare and social service interpreter, an international consultant on language access in health care, and a veteran interpreter trainer based in Seattle. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Cindy has developed curricula for basic interpreter education as well as for many specialty areas, including genetics, palliative care, mental health, obstetrics, and dental care. Her book, Healthcare Interpreting in Small Bites, is used as an ancillary text in many interpreter training programs. She is recognized nationally as a knowledgeable and dynamic instructor, whose classes are both engaging and insightful.

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