Professional Development Training Retreat 40-, daily Our philosophy: We guide you through self-assessment exercises that assist you in pinpointing your underdeveloped interpretation skills and in elaborating your own P 3 (Professional Progress Path). We cap enrollment at 15 to coach you in advancing toward attainable progress mile posts and tracking your development. We immerse you in high-energy activities that will increase and polish your interpretation skills. Due to the vibrant dynamics of our daily sessions, we recognize that you will need to unwind and recharge. Retreat from the room, and the world, to a resort that caters to your recreational and relaxation needs so that you can return to the room and the world of work refreshed and revitalized. Whether you participate for continuing education or preparation for the next step in your interpretation career, in this course you will identify and refine your skills in a reassuring atmosphere. These sessions will also fulfill the 40- requirement to become a nationally certified medical as well as assist in preparing for the national exams. Trainer bio: Christopher Dimmick has a passion for interpretation that is highly contagious in sessions, which he has lead from coast to coast since 2002. He has trained over 2,500 s who work in more than 40 languages. Chris holds a degree in Spanish Translation and Interpretation and has done graduate work and received instruction in smallgroup facilitation, learner-focused adult education, cross-cultural communication strategies, and experiential-based of language professionals. As a Master-Level Certified Spanish Court (Idaho, Oregon), Washington State Certified Spanish Court, and a nationally Certified Spanish (NBCMI), he employs unique instructional techniques targeting various learning styles and building upon each s strengths. 1 P a g e
Professional Development Training Retreat What alumni say: I attended a forty- given by an exclusive institute in California. I got much more out of Chris and had much more fun in the process. You assimilated language-specific examples into the course and then interacted with the students about their perspectives on these examples. Training coordinator I have gone to conferences, courses and s across the country. This one is by far the most interactive. It has helped me, and my s, to see where I am and what I need to do to improve, but in a very non-threatening way. /Language Services Department Head Excellent class by a very knowledgeable instructor who obviously was thoroughly prepared. Impressive! Great tools to assist in preparing and practicing from home. Thank you! Brilliant course. The best I ve attended so far! Hands-on, meaningful and relevant activities. Presentation materials were great, too. The instructor s interaction with the students was engaging and yet professional and respectful. Very comprehensive yet adapted to the circumstances of new as well as experienced s. Christopher Dimmick is in his element here! He did a fantastic job teaching us. GREAT suggestions and tips. Lots of nice practice. Very patient and reaffirming of all viewpoints. He kept the class moving. Excellent strategy to get everyone back from breaks on time. Masterful. 2 P a g e
Professional Development Training Retreat March 4 Term icebreaker Training introduction March 5 Ethics icebreaker ethics March 6 Culture icebreaker culture Draft Agenda March 7 Term icebreaker term March 8 Ethics icebreaker Ethics March 9 Term icebreaker term Pre-assessment skills brainstorming Morning break final assessment self-assessment Professional Progress Path P 3 P 3 P 3 P 3 P 3 final assessment P3 Lunch break Identifying/prior itizing underdeveloped skills Mile-markers for interpretation skills Afternoon break P 3 P 3 P 3 final assessment P3 instructor coaching and peer review P 3 P 3 P 3 P 3 P 3 Mile-markers for future professional progress 3 P a g e
Professional Development Training Retreat Welcome to the epitome of resort elegance. Meliá Caribe Tropical envelops you in privileged comfort and simply astonishing beauty. Discover crystal-clear Caribbean waters, pristine beaches, towering palm trees, stunning gardens and magnificent architecture. Delight in sumptuous private Suites, championship golf, thirteen world-class international restaurants and stunning pools lined with exotic Bali beds. An allencompassing paradise of grace, elegance and charm located 20 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport. ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE Deluxe Junior Suites: Your tastefully decorated spacious 450 sq. ft. suite has a garden or pool view and all the comforts of home. It is furnished with a king size bed or two double beds, cable TV, direct-dial phone, room safe and Internet (additional charge), full bath with amenities and hairdryer, mini-bar, climate controlled by ceiling fan and ly controlled air conditioning, large glass doors lead to your private terrace or balcony. Private check-in based on arrival times and hospitality desk MDtranslation retreat welcome kick-off party 10% discount on Spa Treatments Free use of gym at the spa Live shows every night Non-motorized water sports included 14 bars, including two swim-up bars at the pools, all offering national/select international drinks Great gastronomic variety with 13 restaurants: 9 a la carte (American, seafood, Mexican, French, Thai Fusion, Italian Contemporary and local cuisine, Japanese additional charge), 3 fabulous buffet restaurants (International and 2 grill BBQ by the beach). Complimentary golf green fees, 1 round at Cocotal Golf Country Club Golf cart mandatory - US$40.00 per person with taxes included. Guaranteed group rates 3 days prior to arrival and 3 days after departure, subject to availability 4 P a g e
Professional Development Training Retreat Why choose this retreat? Just compare: Training event Professional Development Training Retreat National conference National conference College/University programs Training programs Cost per $12.50 per $17.40 per $14.00 per $23.75 - $125 $13.00 $27.00 Total s Hands-on professional development with feedback Hotel charges 40 s Yes $190/night single, all-inclusive resort, $150/night double *Government rate *deeply-discounted group rate 24 s No $295 per night ($162 per night over government rate) 24 s No $199 per night ($47 per night over government rate) 40+ Yes Varies, depending s 40+ s Ideally, but not the norm on the area Varies, depending on the area Paradise Yes, see page 4! Includes meals & resort activities 5 P a g e
Professional Development Training Retreat Training registration Training per person early registration received by January 15, 2013 (Subject to availability) $500 Training per person registration received by February 1, 2013 (Subject to availability) $600 Training per person late registration received after February 10, 2013 (Subject to availability) $650 Receive a $50 rebate from your retreat registration when you refer another who applies for this retreat and is accepted. Resort suite registration All-inclusive single Junior Deluxe Suite (Hurry! Rates only guaranteed through February 1, 2013!) All-inclusive double Junior Deluxe Suite - 2 people* All-inclusive double Junior Deluxe Suite supplementary charge $112.50 per night for third person* All-inclusive double Junior Deluxe Suite child rate* $190/night $150/night $113/night $75/night The package includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, beverages, nightly shows and all applicable taxes and gratuities. Allinclusive food & beverage served at resort restaurants. STAY LONGER: The group rates apply from February 28 through March 12, subject to availability. Resort suite upgrades Royal Service Master Suite per person Royal Service One Bedroom Master Suite per person Royal Beach Suite per person Romantic Suite or Family Suite $70/night $90/night $100/night Email us! *Resort policy for children: 50% discount per child aged 2 to 12 years-old, with a maximum of 2 children per room with 2 adults, or 3 adults and one child. Adult rates apply to people 13-years-old and over. Children 24 months of age and under will be lodged at no charge, as long as they share the same room with their parents. Occupancy of the same room by four adults is not allowed. Click here to apply for a slot in this Professional Development Training Retreat 6 P a g e