Certificate of Interpretive Guiding (CIG™)

The Certificate of Interpretive Guiding (CIG) course is designed for interpreters who regularly lead interpretive programs and would like to learn more about the fundamentals of interpretation. During this course you will participate in group activities, write a program outline, and deliver a 10-minute presentation on a topic of your choice.

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In-Person Courses     Online Courses

Course Content

This 32-hour course covers:

• The history, definition, and principles of interpretation
• Techniques 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

Outcomes

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

• The history of the interpretive profession
• The basic principles of interpretation
• Creating a program outline
• Leading a thematic interpretive presentation

Prerequisites

You must be at least 16 years old to register.

Registration Rates

$600 Regular Registration (includes a complimentary one-year NAI membership)
$525 with NAI Member Discount

For additional questions, please contact our Certificate Programs Administrator at [email protected].

Upcoming Online Interpretive Guide Courses

Virtual CIG courses are a combination of online instruction and virtual meetings with your instructor. The virtual course is designed to cover all the same material and requirements as the in-person CIG course. Prior to the start of the course, you will receive information from your instructor on course meeting times.