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CERTIFIED INTERPRETIVE MANAGER (CIM) PACKET
The following is the actual certification package for this category but exam questions are not included. We hope this helps you in assessing your desire to apply for certification. If you have questions please email us at naiprograms@aol.com.

Instructions for Completion

1. This CIM package contains:
• instructions for completion
• exam questions in two parts: Part 1 (short-answer) and Part 2 (essay)
• requirements for evidence of performance
• bibliography of resource materials

If you do not receive all of these items, please contact the national office immediately before proceeding &endash; 888-900-8283 (toll-free) or naiprograms@aol.com.

2. All required items must be completed and returned or certification will be denied. Required items are:
• Part 1 questions
• Part 2 questions (any four of six)
• evidence of performance

3. Part 1 and Part 2 exam questions are considered open-book; however, originality of answers in part 2 will be part of the evaluation criteria. No answer in Part 1 or Part 2 may violate copyright laws or be a direct copy of material from any written source unless specifically indicated otherwise in the exam question.

4. Use only the provided form in the package for response to Part 1 questions. Responses must be typed (or computer generated) or printed neatly in the space provided.

5. Part 2 questions may be answered on separate sheets; however, all responses must be typed (or computer generated). Clearly indicate the questions to which you are responding.

6. Place the identifying number on the cover of the CIM package on all materials returned for evaluation. Do not place your name on any materials.

7. Videotapes and other evidence of performance will be returned with letter of acceptance or denial following evaluation.

8. Failure to follow any of these instructions will result in a denial of certification.

Requirements for Evidence of Performance

Four copies of each of the following items are required as evidence of performance. Submit only these items. If substitutions are submitted, they may or may not be accepted as suitable evidence of performance at the discretion of the certification review board.

Item #1 - for Video Tips click here
Submit a videotape clearly showing the applicant in a personal appearance facilitating a management level meeting, conducting training of subordinate staff, or performing some other managerial duty which demonstrates the applicant's ability to interact with and impact the performance of others under their management. Please note:

• Video must be 30 minutes or less in length, but must show the entire presentation from start to finish.

• Special effects, titles, and other editing is not required and will not add to your score. It is recommended that the video camera be mounted on a tripod during filming and that the applicant wear a microphone.

• The topic of the program will not be evaluated. How well the manager addresses the topic and the response of the audience will be evaluated.

Item #2
Submit two examples (four copies each) of management plans (may include grant proposals) with supplementary materials indicating successful implementation of some aspect of the plans.

Supplementary materials may include videotapes, photographs, balance sheets, attendance documentation or any other suitable evidence of successful implementation.

NOTE:
This information is almost exactly what you will find in your certification packet with the addition of the actual exam questions, a printed copy of the brief bibliography, and a copy of the video tips sheet.

Certification Links

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Frequently Asked Questions


Questions About NAI Certification?
Carrie Koch
Contact NAI Certification Clerk Carrie Koch at 888-900-8283 or by e-mail.


Lisa Brochu
Or contact NAI Associate Director Lisa Brochu at 888-900-8283 or by e-mail.



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