Virtual Interpretive Guide Course Registration

Virtual CIG, Payson, AZ, June 2022

June 14 - July 7, 2022
Instructor: Nicole Julien
Registration Cost: $235 (Certification is an additional $150)

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) in partnership with the Nicole Julien, is offering an online training course for individuals in the field of Interpretation. It is designed for individuals who deliver interpretive programs or have contact with the public at interpretive sites.  This course will be a combination of online instruction and virtual meetings with your instructor. Note, this course is designed to cover all the same material and requirements as the in-person Certified Interpretive Guide course and the certification awarded is the same as our face to face offerings. Prior to the start of the course, you will receive information from your instructor on how the course will work and the times you will be meeting.

Please note: if you register for this course less than two weeks prior to the start, you may receive your CIG Workbook late due to current shipping times. Please make sure your shipping address is up-to-date on your account.

Course Options

There are two options for this course. 

Option one: take the course without earning the certificate.  

Option two: take the course and add the certificate for the Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG). The CIG lasts four years and comes with a complimentary one-year membership. If you are already a member of NAI we will add your complimentary membership onto the end of your current membership.

The CIG Program

The nationally recognized Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) program is designed for anyone in the interpretive field. Whether you’re a new hire, a professional looking to refresh your skills, or beginning a second career, this course will aid you in improving your presentation techniques. The course combines the theoretical foundations of the profession with practical strategies in delivering quality interpretive programming to visitors.

This virtual course includes:

  • The history, definition, and principles of interpretation.
  • Techniques on how to make your programs purposeful, enjoyable, relevant, organized, and thematic.
  • How to use tangible objects to connect your audience to intangible ideas and universal concepts.
  • The 2 certification requirements needed to obtain a CIG (program outline and 10 minute interpretive presentation).

Schedule

Classes are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from June 14th to June 30th plus our last class on July 7th from 3-6 pm Arizona Time (UTC-7), PDT 3-6 pm, MDT 4-7 pm, CDT 5-8 pm, EDT 6-9 pm.

Further Information

Students must attend all classes synchronously to qualify for certification. A laptop or desktop computer with good internet connection is required—classes are highly interactive on Zoom and with other online resources.

Prior to the start of the course, you will receive information from your instructor on how the course will work. For more information about the course, please contact Nicole Julien at natureplaylearning@gmail.com or call 480-532-6423.

Special Terms and Cancellations

Cancellations and transfers must be made in writing and emailed, postmarked, or faxed by May 29, 2022. A nonrefundable processing fee of $50 will be assessed. Emailed cancellations and transfers should be sent to certification@interpnet.com. Cancellations and transfers cannot be made by phone.

No transfers or refunds will be given after May 29, 2022.
When
6/14/2022 - 7/7/2022
Where
Payson, AZ 85541 UNITED STATES
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