CIG Train-the-Trainer™

The Certified Interpretive Guide Train-the-Trainer course prepares you to teach the CIG curriculum and become a Certified Interpretive Guide Trainer™ (CIGT). During the course you will explore adult learning theory and effective methods of instruction, while completing activities that will help you develop your CIG course.

CIGT is a sanction within the professional certification of Certified Interpretive Trainer™ (CIT). To become a CIGT, you must have taken a CIG course and earned your CIT credential. You are then eligible to enroll in a CIG Train-the-Trainer course.

For more information about the CIT credential, visit the Certified Interpretive Trainer™ Page.

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Upcoming CIG Train-the-Trainer Courses

Course Content

This 40-hour course covers:

• Adult learning theory and brain science
• Effective training techniques and engagement strategies for the CIG course
• NAI’s policies and procedures for running a course and awarding certificates of completion

Outcomes

After completing this course, you will have a basic knowledge of:

• Key concepts in the CIG course
• Effective training techniques and engagement strategies for the CIG course
• NAI’s policies and procedures

Registration Rates

$925 Regular Registration (includes a complimentary one-year NAI membership)
$850 with NAI Member Discount

Once I become a CIGT, how do I maintain this sanction?

CIGTs must keep their CIT credential current by completing forty hours of continuing education every four years. CIGTs must also teach two CIG courses within the time period their CIT is valid. See the instructor handbook or contact the Director of Professional Development and Education at training@interpnet.com for more information.

About Your Instructors

Instructors for the CIG Train-the-Trainer course are individuals who have significant experience in both training and interpretation. Depending on your course size, you may have one or two Lead Trainers facilitating your course. NAI’s current Lead Trainers are Jane Beattie, Andre Copeland, Karin Hostetter, Chuck Lennox, and Fran McReynolds.

What people are saying about this course:

"Intensive, inspirational and informational. The resources and sharing of ideas and practices was very beneficial. The opportunity to interact in large and small groups was excellent."

"The course was a good balance of CIG review and the skills and tools to effectively teach the material."

"I feel fully prepared to train CIG students now!"

"This class was a really great way to rekindle my love for interpretation. I was starting to rethink my career choice, this class helped me realize I am where I belong."