Events And Classes
Information on courses available in Kansas:
FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO REGISTER FOR ALL KANSAS COURSES:
2) Register with JVS by filling out the JVS application form. Email canders@jvskc.org or call 816-471-2808 for an application.
3) Send your application to JVS, 1608 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO 64108, or fax it to 816-471-2930.
4) You can also call us at 816-471-2808 (ask for Cathy Anderson) if have questions about the course or application process. We are available to assist you in registering through KS TRAIN.
Bridging the Gap® Medical Interpreter Training
Bridging the Gap is a five-day training in medical and social services interpreting for bilingual interpreters. After attending all classes and passing a final exam, participants earn a “certificate of completion in Bridging the Gap.”
The course runs from 8am-5pm and is free of charge through the KS Department of Health and Environment and KS SRS.
Locations and Dates:
HutchinsonQuest Center
1 E. 9th St.
Hutchinson, KS 67501
Dates: November 17-21, 2008
Lawrence
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
325 Maine
Lawrence, KS 66044
Dates: January 26-30, 2009
Wichita
Kansas University School of Medicine
The Roberts Center Conf. Room, 1402-A
1010 N. Kansas
Wichita, KS 67214
Dates: February 23-27, 2009
Great Bend
SRS Office
1305 Patton Road Room 306
Great Bend, KS 67530
Dates: May 11-15, 2009 8am-5pm each day
Application Form
Advanced Interpreter Training in Family Abuse
Open to Bridging the Gap graduates who want to advance their skills in the area of crisis interpreting in cases involving domestic violence, child and family abuse. The course covers law enforcement and court procedures in abuse cases, and offers guidance in working with social services agencies and hospitals providing care for victims. The course runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free of charge through KS SRS.
Participants will be issued a certificate of completion after attending all classes and passing a final exam. If CEU's are required, please inform JVS ahead of time and we will prepare a letter outlining the course teaching points. Please call Language and Cultural Services at JVS at 816-471-2808 or email canders@jvskc.org to request an application for this course.
Great Bend
SRS Office
1305 Patton Road Room 306
Great Bend, KS 67530
Dates: June 10,11,12, 2009
“Improving the Health and Well-Being of New Communities”
HAYS: OPEN
MARCH 26, 2009
9AM-4PM
KANSAS HIGHWAY PATROL
205 E. 7TH ST.
HAYS, KS 67601
Pittsburg
April 22, 2009
9AM-4PM
SRS Service Center
320 S. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wichita
June 17, 2009
9AM-4PM
The Roberts Center Conference Room, Santa Fe Room
Kansas State University School of Medicine-Wichita
1010 N. Kansas
Wichita, KS 67214
Information on courses available in Missouri:Courses are offered at the reduced rates of $200 for Bridging the Gap and $75 for Advanced Training due to a generous grant from the Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City.
A certificate of completion cannot be awarded until payment has been received in full.
Please register early, as classes fill quickly.
Advanced Interpreter Training in Family, Domestic and Child Abuse This training offers participants 18 hours of advanced training. Open to Bridging the Gap graduates. The course offers an overview of essential interpreting techniques in crisis situation and provides detailed information about law enforcement and court procedures. The course runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 3 days.
Location
Jewish Vocational Service
JVS Boardroom, 2nd Floor
1608 Baltimore
Kansas City, MO 64108
Dates: January 14, 15, 16 2009
Bridging the Gap® Medical Interpreter Training
Bridging the Gap is a five-day training for a total of 40 hours. You will receive a medical glossary and supporting materials. The course is held on five Saturdays and runs from 8am-5pm. After attending all five classes in sequence (we cannot provide make-up classes) and passing a final exam, participants earn a “certificate of completion in Bridging the Gap.”
Location
Jewish Vocational Service
JVS Boardroom, 2nd Floor
1608 Baltimore
Kansas City, MO 64108
Dates: February 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 2009