The NIC Interview: Aim High

Registration for "The NIC Interview: Aim High" is now open for the Baltimore, MD event on June 12 & 13, 2010!

Most of you know me and know that I am determined to obtain NIC Master. After being a part of a wonderful study group, taking cues and points from some of the best in our area and having taken the NIC Performance/Interview last year to learn that I was awarded a NIC level, I knew I was missing something. I knew that my interview did not represent me at my best. I also recognized that I was so focused on the interview, that I didn't perform as well on the performance section. I wanted to change that.

The common question among interpreters in the Washington DC/Baltimore area is "How is it possible that seasoned, highly skilled and respected interpreters are getting NIC?" We all have our own opinions about the NIC test and would like to see changes. However, like it or not, the test is here and the Deaf community we serve expect us to be the best.

I heard of Austin Andrews through a fellow interpreter at the PCRID Conference last fall. She attended his workshop at RID Conference in Philly last summer and told me about his proven and straightforward technique for the NIC Interview.

After looking at his website and setting the date for my NIC Performance/Interview I decided to head down to Atlanta to take his workshop and get a new perspective, I was blown away. All that I learned about the NIC Interview was literally thrown out the window! After this two-day workshop, I no longer struggled to figure out how to answer the scenarios I was having a hard time with. I also had a renewed sense of confidence that allowed me to use my years of interpreting experience to my advantage. Another great aspect of the workshop was that Austin showed us what an NIC Master level answer could look like. What a wonderful resource!

I wanted to bring Austin to this area since there are so many interpreters, students and teachers that can benefit from the information he teaches. My company, Chesapeake Interpreting LLC, is proud to be a co-sponsor this event.

If you are planning to take the NIC Performance/Interview, I would HIGHLY recommend this workshop. It will provide you with the tools to succeed and become NIC Certified.

Please click on the header link or go to www.awtiproductions.com to view workshop goals, see interpreter comments and details about the Baltimore event. Registration is $150 for 1.2 PS CEU's. Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested in this opportunity.

I hope to see you there!

-Heather Mewshaw