Professional Development for Interpreters
Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment
Performance Tests are available year-round at the RISE office.
RISE Employees have access to EIPA practice videos, are offered additional testing days, and get the $85 proctor fee waived!
RID Performance Exams
Are available year-round at RISE Interpreting during regular business hours.
Employees are offered multiple days per week while the general public is limited to Fridays only.
In Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training, you will learn verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques and best practices to help you better manage difficult situations and disruptive behaviors.
RISE offers this training to all employees. In-person and hybrid options are available. To sign up for the next available training, please email us at cpi@riseinterpreting.com.
Learn About CPI Sign UpApplied behavioral analysis (ABA) is a type of therapy that can improve social, communication, and learning skills through reinforcement strategies.
Many experts consider ABA to be the gold-standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental conditions.
RISE offers an asynchronous training available to all employees.
To sign up, email HR@riseinterpreting.com.
The National Association of Interpreters in Education is an organization of interpreters who provide services to support the communication needs of deaf and hard of hearing students in educational settings. NAIE pursues professional excellence by identifying and supporting best practices within the field through continuing education, networking, resources and other professional opportunities.
NAIE membership offers free CEU workshops and other resources throughout the year including a monthly newsletter with interpreter tips and info specific to the classroom.
Video Remote Services
Want to start working from home? Review the requirements below and then contact us when you’re ready.
Requirements and Guidelines
internet connection
An internet connection with a minimum download/upload speed of 10mb is required, although a connection of 20mb+ is recommended
Test your connectionComputer & Hardware
It is essential that computer hardware is current for a smooth VRI session. A Windows (PC) or Mac with at least 2.4 GHz processor speed and 4 GB of RAM is required. A 1mp (720p) camera is required, although a 2+mp (1080p) camera is recommended. A headset is also required, one with a noise-canceling microphone is recommended.
environment
It’s crucial that surroundings are well suited for video. Assignments should be performed in a closed-door room free of distractions and without others present. Lighting and sound must allow the interpreter to be seen and heard clearly without unnecessary background noise. Interpreters should be dressed as if providing on-site service.
Recommended Equipment
Here is some equipment that we tried and liked. You are not required to use these items, they are simply a resource list.
Webcams
Logitech Brio 4K Webcam
Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920
Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920s
Razer Kiyo Webcam
Headsets
USB Headset with Microphone Noise Cancelling
Logitech H390 with Noise-Cancelling Microphone
Other
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