Welcome to HITA!


Upcoming events

Saturday, May 4, 2013 HITA General Meeting
Location: United Way Center, 50 Waugh Dr, Houston TX 77077
Agenda:
9:00 a.m. ‑ 9:30 a.m.Networking
9:30 a.m. ‑ 10:00 a.m.Call to Order, announcements, questions from members
10:00 a.m. ‑ 10:45 a.m. Introduction to Licensed Court Interpreting, by Nancy Cantu
11:00 a.m. ‑ 11:30 p.m. Running your Own Business by Peter Pasman
12:00 a.m. ‑ 12:30 a.m. University of Houston English-Spanish translation certification, by Amira Plascencia
Refreshments will be provided. Free parking.

Please join us afterward for lunch (separate location, to be announced)

ATA Continuing Education: Two (2) credits have been requested.

Certificates of attendance: No charge to current HITA members if requested in advance / $5 afterward / $10 for non-members


Professional Development

May 15, 16, 17, 30 and 31, 2013 Healthcare Interpreter Certification Preparation Course
Presented by: Graciela Zozaya
Location / Time: T.B.A.
Registration and more information: http://www.gracielazozaya.com/40-Hour_Training.html
Saturday
May 25, 2013 		TDLR-Approved Mandatory Orientation Class
Presented by: Graciela Zozaya
Description: Before filing an application to become a Licensed Court Interpreter, applicants must satisfactorily complete an orientation course of at least six hours.
Location / Time: T.B.A.
Registration and more information: http://www.gracielazozaya.com/TDLR_Orientation_Class.html
Saturday
June 1, 2013 		TDLR-approved Licensed Court Interpreter Orientation
Presented by: Diane Teichman
Description: The professional yet entertaining course is uniquely designed for interpreters of all languages to garner valuable tips and tools, and to familiarize them with the information needed for court interpreting. It is also approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and fulfills the 6-hour pre-exam orientation requirement to become a licensed court interpreter.
Location: 303 Stafford St., Houston, Texas, 77079
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration and
more information: 		Clay Crawley, at: tad@masterword.com or 281-589-1810

Mission

HITA was established in 1993 to create a forum for individuals, businesses and institutions interested in sharing their experiences, to promote the interests of translators and interpreters in Houston and surrounding areas, and to serve in cooperation with other regional and national organizations in the recognition of translation and interpretation as professions.

Fraud Warning

There is a renewed effort by scammers targeting translators and interpreters. See the HITA scam warning page for details.

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HITA Cares

On March 19, 2012, HITA members were asked to donate toys, books and infant items to Houston KIND (Kids in Need of Defense). KIND serves as the leading organization for the protection of unaccompanied children who enter the US immigration system alone. ... [more]

HITA Bookcase

Bring a new or gently used dictionary, glossary or terminology resource to exchange with colleagues at the next HITA event ... [more]