Presented at the 2022 Summit

Introduction to the Female Reproductive System

0.3 CEUs, PS

In this workshop we will learn terminology and learn all about the female reproductive system, preparing interpreters for all of the various medical appointments that deal with the female reproductive system. Included will be learning the different parts of the internal and external female genital organs and the breasts.  We will also discuss hormones and the role they play in the reproductive process.

Workshop Curriculum

  1. 1

    • Welcome

    • Workshop Handouts
  2. 2

    • Workshop

    • Quiz

Reviews from The Summit

Average Rating

5.0/5.0The activity provided opportunities to develop skill and/or awareness.

5.0/5.0The learning materials used were effective and complimented the goals of the activity.

5.0/5.0This activity will contribute to my professional growth.

5.0/5.0The instructor interacted with the participants in a professional manner.

  • Summit Attendee

    Nigel is an amazing presenter! He makes the learning interactive and fun! Thank you for making it a truly safe environment for learning!

  • Summit Attendee

    Exceptional instruction. Great material and really learned a lot.

  • Summit Attendee

    Very impressed with the sensitivity shown, as well as showing the differences with sexual innuendos vs. healthcare perspective.

Meet Your Presenter

CDI

Nigel Howard

Nigel Howard is adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia in the Department of Linguistics. It is the same at the University of Victoria. At Douglas College, he works in the Program of Sign Language Interpretation (INTR), and Child, Family and Community Studies (CFCS). Nigel has been an interpreter for around 25 years in various setting such as medical, mental health, legal, theatre, community and conference/workshop settings locally, nationally and internationally. He is an Accredited International Sign Interpreter by the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) and World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI). He is part of the United Nations team of International Sign interpreters Nigel provides workshops, trainings and presentations for both Deaf and interpreter communities around the world ranging, for example, from Interpreting in Medical Settings to Deaf Interpreter training to Deafhood: Global Diversity in Deaf Culture, and Enculturation & Acculturation: Deaf and Hearing Worlds/Spaces. He also does interpretation on media. One cool thing is commuting by the seaplane between Vancouver and Victoria for work.
TerpAcademy is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for 0.3 CEU's at the ‘Some’ Content Knowledge Level. TerpAcademy promotes an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or any other protected class.