1. How do I become an individual or business member of IETA?
Joining IETA is as easy as filling out an application form and
submitting annual dues. You can download an application form by clicking on
Membership and Credentialing and selecting the appropriate
application form. You can also request that someone from IETA
mail, email or fax an application to you by leaving a message on
the IETA hotline, 1-888-694-382. Membership is by
calendar year and dues are due January 1st.
2. What if I join IETA late in the year? Is there a special
discount?
First time applicants whose applications and dues are received
after August will begin membership immediately for the remainder
of that calendar year and the next.
3. What are the benefits of individual membership with IETA?
- Members receive the IETA newsletter quarterly
- Members receive an IETA pocket calendar and lapel pin
- Members receive discounts on registration fees for IETA sponsored
educational seminars
- Members receive discounts on IETA merchandise
- Members may access “members only” information on the IETA website,
including clinical tips and job opportunities.
- Members may contact IETA with questions and comments through
the hotline, 1-888-694-3821
- Members are eligible to participate in the governance of IETA, by
serving on the Executive Committee, on committees and task forces
- Members support the IETA goal of developing and implementing a
credentialing exam for ECP therapists
4. What are the benefits of a business membership with IETA?
A free link to the business’s website with logo icon
A statement highlighting the company’s product or service will be
posted on the IETA website
Access to online employment opportunities and free listings
5. How do I renew my membership?
Membership is through the calendar year and notices of renewal are
mailed October 1st of each year. Dues must be received by January
1st in order to ensure that membership benefits will continue
uninterrupted. To renew, send a completed application form,
available online, with your check or money order. Be sure to list
your membership number.
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6. Has IETA received my application and dues payment?
It is our goal to process applications as quickly as possible.
When your application is sent to us, either new or renewal, it
goes to our treasurer. Your application is forwarded to the
Membership Chairman to mail your card to you. Clear and legible
printing on the application will help to expedite the process. It
may take three weeks from the time your application is received
until you receive your card. Feel free to contact the Membership
Chairman either by calling the hotline 1-888-694-3821 or
email membershipchair@IETAonline.com .
7. How can I become more active in IETA?
If you would like to become more active in the IETA, you can log
onto the website and leave a message for the association President
that includes your name, membership ID and phone number. If
preferred, you can leave a similar message for the President on
the hotline,
1-888-694-3821. The IETA is growing! There’s a
lot to do and you will be most welcome
8. Can I use my credit card to pay dues or make purchases?
Sorry, not at this time.
9. How can I update IETA if I move or change email?
Contact the membership chair at
membershipchair@IETAonline.com
10. How can I leave a message for an IETA Executive Committee
member?
Members of the IETA board take messages and return calls made to
the IETA hotline, 1-888-694-3821. Executive committee members may
also be reached by email. Just
click on About IETA and select the
appropriate member's name you wish to contact.
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11. Does IETA have an annual meeting?
The IETA annual membership meeting is held in conjunction with the
American College of Cardiology (ACC) Scientific Sessions (in March
of each year) the Saturday afternoon before the ACC’s Sunday
opening. Dates and times will be posted on the IETA website and in
the newsletter. In addition to the business meeting, IETA sponsors
an educational seminar which is open to members at no charge, and
to non-members for a small fee. Membership applications are
available at registration.
12. When does IETA hold elections?
Elections are held every three years for the Executive Board
positions, and every two years for Board of Directors positions in
conjunction with the IETA annual membership meeting. Election
results are announced at the annual membership meeting.
13. How can I nominate someone for an IETA office?
Easy. Any member in good standing may run for, or be nominated for
IETA office. Members running for office just need to be nominated
by another member. The nomination should be put in writing and
sent to the Nominating Committee Chair before Jan. 1st. Nomination
and Consent to Stand forms are mailed to members each fall/winter
for a spring election, and ballots are also on IETA’s website when
elections are to take place.
14. Where are the nominees posted/announced? How do I vote?
A election ballot will be mailed to all members prior to the
spring election with the names and qualifications of therapists
running for office. Members may vote by mail or complete a
nomination ballot found on IETA’s website during times of
nomination.
15. Does IETA sponsor educational opportunities?
The IETA sponsors an educational seminar each year in conjunction
with the annual meeting. The seminar topic will be posted on the
IETA website and in the newsletter. IETA members may attend at no
charge, and non-members may attend for a small fee.
Plans for local therapist workshops are also being discussed and
developed. Stay tuned for updates.
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16. Will IETA help me find job opportunities in
ECP?
The IETA website has an Employment section that posts both jobs
wanted and positions available in ECP therapy. This service is
free to all IETA regular and business members. There is a monthly
charge of $40.00 for non-IETA members. To post a position/job
wanted, contact IETA’s president by email,
president@IETAonline.com, or by leaving a request on the hotline,
1-888-694-3821.
17. What is my password to the Members’ Only section of the IETA
website?
To request a forgotten password, either call the IETA hotline at
1-888-694-3821 and leave your full name and member ID, or
contact the membership chair at
membership@IETAonline.com. Note
that your password won’t work if your membership is not active.
18. How often is the IETA Newsletter published?
The newsletter is published quarterly, with 4 issues annually. The
newsletter, and all correspondence from IETA, will be sent to
members’ home address.
19. Is the newsletter available on the IETA website?
All newsletter issues beginning May 2004 are archived on the IETA
website. Newsletters are found in the member section under
Documents.
20. What is the difference between completing Vasomedical/ScottCare clinical
training and credentialing?
Vasomedical and ScottCare clinical training instructs the therapist in the
basics of ECP theory and application. It is a learning
experience. It prepares the student to practice ECP.
The credentialing that IETA is pursuing is a way of measuring and
documenting a therapist’s knowledge and skill level in the
practice of ECP. Credentialing offers a way of standardizing the
knowledge and skill level therapists must have to perform safe and
effective ECP.
21. How can I buy IETA merchandise?
Merchandise is not available at this time...
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