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Current Workshop Opportunities

All workshops are scheduled for Eastern Time Zone

  • For the Legally Curious: Interpreting a Plea & Voir Dire: The Truth about Jury Duty
    For the Legally Curious: Interpreting a Plea & Voir Dire: The Truth about Jury Duty
    Sat, Aug 16
    Madonna University
    This all day workshop is designed to equip interpreters with the basic tools necessary to understand the linguistically complex process of a Guilty Plea Litany and navigate the various aspects of interpreting jury duty.
  • Test Prep for the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exams (CGKE)
    Test Prep for the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exams (CGKE)
    Sat, Aug 16
    Zoom
    The newest CASLI GKE is open! Do you have your test date on the calendar? Are you thinking about scheduling your test date? PERFECT! This workshop will focus on the Fundamentals of Interpreting & the Ethics & Cultural Responsiveness portions of the exam for Deaf and Hearing candidates.
  • Test Prep for the CASLI Performance Exam: NIC
    Test Prep for the CASLI Performance Exam: NIC
    Sat, Aug 16
    Zoom
    This workshop will focus on the Performance portion of the CASLI exam. During this workshop, participants will have an opportunity to walk through the format of the exams, participate in a mock exam, discuss deliberate practice & self-analysis, ask questions, & make a list of preparatory resources.
  • For the Legally Curious: Interpreting in Michigan Family Court & Building Communities of Practice and Inquiry
    For the Legally Curious: Interpreting in Michigan Family Court & Building Communities of Practice and Inquiry
    Sun, Aug 17
    Madonna University
    These two workshops will equip interpreters with the legal knowledge, ethical grounding, and interpreting strategies needed for effective performance in Michigan family court settings and support Michigan-based ASL legal interpreters in building sustainable Communities of Practice and Inquiry.
  • "TEST": A Four Letter Word
    "TEST": A Four Letter Word
    Mon, Aug 18
    Zoom
    This workshop is for interpreters who are preparing to take or retake one of the many tests out there but aren't sure how to manage their nerves. We'll cover strategies for approaching both written and performance tests and discuss techniques for calming your nerves so you can succeed.
  •  Consecutive Interpreting Techniques for Witness Testimony
     Consecutive Interpreting Techniques for Witness Testimony
    Sun, Sep 07
    Zoom
    This workshop will provide participants with principles and strategies for consecutive interpretation with a focus on witness testimony in legal settings.
  • Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Wed, Sep 10
    Zoom
    Each session will feature one or two real-world ethical dilemmas, a group discussion, and practical application of the RID CPC to strengthen ethical decision-making skills.
  • Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Wed, Sep 24
    Zoom
    Each session will feature one or two real-world ethical dilemmas, a group discussion, and practical application of the RID CPC to strengthen ethical decision-making skills.
  • K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    Thu, Oct 02
    Zoom
    K–12 interpreters handle all kinds of topics every day—some of them really tricky. Think music class, foreign languages, tests, even giving instructions during emergency drills. On top of that, they’re also part of the school team, with responsibilities that don’t stop when classes do.
  • Test Prep for the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exams (CGKE)
    Test Prep for the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exams (CGKE)
    Sun, Oct 05
    Zoom
    The newest CASLI GKE is open! Do you have your test date on the calendar? Are you thinking about scheduling your test date? PERFECT! This workshop will focus on the Fundamentals of Interpreting & the Ethics & Cultural Responsiveness portions of the exam for Deaf and Hearing candidates.
  • Test Prep for the CASLI Performance Exam: NIC
    Test Prep for the CASLI Performance Exam: NIC
    Sun, Oct 05
    Zoom
    This workshop will focus on the Performance portion of the CASLI exam. During this workshop, participants will have an opportunity to walk through the format of the exams, participate in a mock exam, discuss deliberate practice & self-analysis, ask questions, & make a list of preparatory resources.
  • Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Thu, Oct 09
    Zoom
    Each session will feature one or two real-world ethical dilemmas, a group discussion, and practical application of the RID CPC to strengthen ethical decision-making skills.
  • "TEST": A Four Letter Word
    "TEST": A Four Letter Word
    Sun, Oct 12
    Zoom
    This workshop is for interpreters who are preparing to take or retake one of the many tests out there but aren't sure how to manage their nerves. We'll cover strategies for approaching both written and performance tests and discuss techniques for calming your nerves so you can succeed.
  • K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    Wed, Oct 15
    Zoom
    K–12 interpreters handle all kinds of topics every day—some of them really tricky. Think music class, foreign languages, tests, even giving instructions during emergency drills. On top of that, they’re also part of the school team, with responsibilities that don’t stop when classes do.
  • Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Thu, Oct 23
    Zoom
    Each session will feature one or two real-world ethical dilemmas, a group discussion, and practical application of the RID CPC to strengthen ethical decision-making skills.
  • Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Interpreting Ethics in Action: A Bi-Weekly Discussion
    Wed, Nov 05
    Zoom
    Each session will feature one or two real-world ethical dilemmas, a group discussion, and practical application of the RID CPC to strengthen ethical decision-making skills.
  • K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    K-12 Interpreting: A Discussion Series
    Thu, Nov 06
    Zoom
    K–12 interpreters handle all kinds of topics every day—some of them really tricky. Think music class, foreign languages, tests, even giving instructions during emergency drills. On top of that, they’re also part of the school team, with responsibilities that don’t stop when classes do.
  • Be All That You Can Be: A Lesson in Confidence
    Be All That You Can Be: A Lesson in Confidence
    Mon, Nov 17
    Zoom
    This workshop is designed to support certified Sign Language interpreters, interpreting students, and individuals entering the profession in building greater confidence and taking pride in the work they produce. We will explore how to find the right balance between overconfidence and self-doubt.
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