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ATA Professional Development Event — Houston, TX

Don't miss this ATA Professional Development Event!

Medical Seminar
Hilton Post Oak
Houston, TX
February 23-24, 2008

Make plans now for two days of in-depth, high-quality sessions presented by experts in the medical field. The seminar is targeted at experienced translators and interpreters who are seeking advanced-level continuing education.

• Overcome the unique challenges when translating for the healthcare consumer
• Learn to use the appropriate register, protect patient rights, and follow government regulations
• Effectively translate examination notes, prescriptions, autopsy reports, and other medical records
• Understand cardiovascular procedures to achieve an accurate translation

This professional development event is presented by the American Translators Association and their regional affiliate, the Houston Interpreters and Translators Association (HITA). Click ATA/HITA Medical Seminar for additional details and registration!

Day 1: Saturday, February 23

ATA will provide a full day of sessions on medical translation and interpreting, beginning with a continental breakfast. There will also be opportunities for seminar-attendees to connect with other professionals through both a formal Networking Session and a Job Marketplace.

Day 2: Sunday, February 24

The Houston Interpreters and Translators Association (HITA) will provide a half-day of sessions on medical-related topics.

Register for Both Days and Save!

• Early-Bird Registration (before February 15)
  ATA and HITA Members $215 – Save $25
  Non-Members $385 – Save $35
  
  
• Onsite Registration (after February 15)
  ATA and HITA Members $260 – Save $30
  Non-Members $465 – Save $40

Space is limited. Click ATA/HITA Medical Seminar to reserve your seat. Saturday- and Sunday-only rates are also available.

Earn ATA Continuing Education Points

ATA-certified translators will earn 9 ATA Continuing Education Points for attending both days of this seminar. For additional information, see ATA Continuing Education Requirements and the Guide to ATA Continuing Education Points. Clilck ATA Certification Program to find out how to become an ATA-certified translator.

Make Your Hotel Reservations by February 1 and Save!

A small block of rooms has been reserved at $119 single/double a night, plus tax. To take advantage of this special rate, reservations must be made by February 1. Contact the Hilton Post Oak at 1 (713) 961-9300 for reservations. Be sure to ask for ATA's group rate.

For more information about the hotel, click on ATA Medical Seminar Hotel Information.

Exhibitors

InTrans Book Service will be exhibiting dictionaries and other publications for the professional translator and interpreter.

ATA Certification Exam

An ATA certification exam sitting will be offered on Sunday, February 24. For details, see the ATA exam eligibility requirements and certification exam registration form on the ATA website. Click ATA Certification Program to learn more.

Questions? Need More Information?

Contact Maggie Rowe at ATA Headquarters or phone (703) 683-6100, extension 3001.