Signs of Development Study Groups
RID, Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

New! Read about what our study groups are and who they are for.

Study groups are run a few times per year typically mid to late January to prepare for June testing and mid to late August to prepare for December testing. Some groups are on-going and can be entered and completed at your own pace while others begin/end at specific times. The next set of study groups will begin February 6th.

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Certification Readiness Assessment
NEWEST Study Groups:
   Court & Legal Interpreting Ethical Decision-Making Study Group
About the Facilitator, Lynne Wiesman
How the Study Groups Work
How to Participate
Readiness Assessment Segments Needed
Descriptions of Study Groups & Summary of Costs
What colleagues have to say about our Study Groups
How much time will I invest?
NEW! NIC Interview Preparation Study Group
NEW! EIPA Written Test & Performance Study Group
Court & Legal Interpreting Knowledge Study Group REVISED
What to do to get registered:
  1. Choose the group in which you are interested.
  2. Mail in the Registration Form with Payment


Study Groups at a glance:

  • How long do the study groups run? 8 units, typically 8 weeks, but the group may vote to extend to 12 or 16 weeks.
  • How much do they cost? $150 to $450
  • Can I earn CEUs or state accredited points? Yes
  • What materials will I need?
    • For the Generalist/CDI group-- you will need the book "So You Want to Be an Interpreter," 3rd or 4th Edition.
    • For the SC:L group-- recommended RID study materials.
    • For NIC Interview-- articles will be provided.
    • For the Performance study group-- materials will be provided.
  • Where are the study groups given? ALL of Signs' Study Groups are online / distance learning opportunities and can be accessed at any time, day or night, at the participant's convenience, from your home or office computer!!!