Interpretive Guide Course Registration

Virtual CIG Bethel, CT December 2023

December 4-12, 2023
Instructor: Kristin Robinson
Registration Cost: $235 (The certificate is an additional $165)

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI), 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.

Course Options

There are two options for this course.
Option one: take the course without obtaining the CIG certificate.
Option two: take the course and add the certificate as a Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG). You will pay an additional fee for the certificate. 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 requirements needed to obtain a CIG (program outline, and 10 minute interpretive presentation).

Member Discount

Those choosing to apply for certification will receive a complimentary one year membership to NAI. Memberships will become active within a couple of weeks of registration and will allow you to make NAI purchases and other registrations at the discounted member rate. Once memberships become active, you will receive a receipt via email letting you know that you are all set up. Current NAI members will receive a one year extension on their current membership.

Course Schedule

Class is a mix of instruction, discussion, worktime, and breaks to mitigate zoom fatigue.
    December 4th – 8th, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eastern time. Instruction and worktime.
    December 11th, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern time. One-on-one coaching, and in-class worktime.
    December 12th, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern time. Final presentations

On the 11th students will sign up for individual one-on-one coaching sessions to prepare you for your final presentation. You are required to attend all sessions, including the presentations of others on the final day if in pursuit of the CIG certificate. This course uses Zoom, Padlet, and Google Drive.

Further Information

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. For more information about the course, please contact Kristin Robinson at kristin@stagenaked.com or call (203) 628-4641.

Kristin has been in the industry for 25 years working with interpretive sites, tour operators, and guide organizations. Learn more about your instructor at www.stagenaked.com.

Special Terms and Cancellations

Participants are allowed to transfer one time at no charge. Cancellation and transfer requests cannot be made by phone and must be made in writing and emailed, postmarked, or faxed by November 19, 2023. Cancellations processed before the cancellation deadline will be subject to a $60 cancellation fee (if fees paid are less than $60, no refund will be processed). Cancellations made after this date will not receive a refund. Emailed cancellations and transfers should be sent to certification@interpnet.com.
When
12/4/2023 - 12/12/2023
Where
Bethel, CT 06801 UNITED STATES
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