Welcome to our program!
The Interpretive Guides Association offers a series of training courses and exams designed to provide and certify guides with skills and knowledge to effectively communicate our unique local natural and cultural heritage to visitors. We provide training focused on sharing the natural and cultural heritage of the areas we work in for:
- hiking guides
- museum interpreters
- bus tour guides
- information centre staff
- rafting guides
- horse packing guides
- scuba guides
- mountain guides
- and anyone interested in learning more about the the areas we teach.
We also offer group management training for Interpretive Hiking Guides.
Our courses range from 4hrs – 48 hrs in length to suit the needs of different individuals from mountain enthusiasts to professional guides.
Our public courses are generally scheduled in May, June, November and February each year and are available in English, French, and Japanese. If you have a group of 10 or more we may be able to schedule a private course to fit your schedule. Please explore these pages to learn more about our courses and certification options for Interpretive Guides and Interpretive Hiking Guides.
Tous nos cours de certification sont disponibles en français. Veuillez nous contacter si vous souhaitez en savoir plus.
WHAT IS INTERPRETIVE GUIDING?
These days, many travellers are seeking out adventure-based experiences that do more than just get them to that beautiful viewpoint or a spectacular sunset.
Interpretive guiding is a profession. We earn a living by showing our guests special places or resources, entertaining them, and, most importantly helping them discover these places or resources in a way they couldn’t on their own. Being able to do this well, takes skill, knowledge, and expertise.
Our interpretation courses and certifications will help you focus your knowledge and expertise in a way that will offer your guests the best experience possible. As professionals, it is important that we are well trained so we can provide authentic and inspiring experiences.
“Interpretation attempts to communicate in a thought-provoking way to an audience that’s completely free to ignore it.”
Sam Ham
We have two “streams” that most of our training courses and certifications fall into:
1) Interpretive Guide. Course offerings and certifications include:
- Apprentice Interpreter
- Interpretive Specialist
- Professional Interpreter
- Master Interpreter (Note: The Master Interpreter certification appointed to individuals who stand out as true masters of interpretive guiding. There is no course for the certification)
2) Interpretive Hiking Guide. Course offerings and/ certifications include:
- Apprentice Hiking Guide
- Interpretive Hiking Guide
- Professional Interpretive Hiking Guide
- Note: To be certified as a Hiking Guide you must complete a Group Management course
We also offer a general introductory course called the Basic Knowledge Course
All of our courses are offered in English, French, and Japanese; please look under course registrations to find the course that suits you best.
The Basic Knowledge Course provides a broad overview of the local natural history, cultural history, park management and a brief introduction to the role and purpose of interpretation. It is great as a staff training tool for van drivers, tourism staff and for activity guides like raft guides, ACMG mountain guides, and scuba guides.
The Apprentice Interpreter certificate is designed as a stepping stone to the Professional Interpreter Accreditation. This 2-day course covers natural history of the Rocky Mountain national parks, cultural history of Banff, Jasper, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks, management of Canada’s National Parks and an introduction to effective interpretation skills. Apprentice Interpreters who successfully complete the 2-day Group Management course are awarded the “Apprentice Hiking Guide” certification.
The Interpretive Specialist certificate offers a more in-depth look at the fundamentals of Heritage Interpretations. In this 2-day course, we begin with the theory of the 4 qualities of thematic interpretation – T.O.R.E. Once the foundation has been set, we workshop our way through an interpretive program. This hands-on course focuses on group interaction to help the creativity flow. By working on building your program ideas in a safe group setting you’ll begin to feel comfortable and confident with the materials and be inspired to carry this effective communication process into your daily guiding.
The Professional Interpreter accreditation formally recognizes the knowledge, experience and interpretive skill of guides working in the mountain parks. Interpreters at this level typically have a minimum of 1200 hrs of experience in the field and many have relevant University or College education. They have also passed the required oral and written exams. Professional Interpreters who successfully complete the Group Management course are upgraded to the “Professional Interpretive Hiking Guide” accreditation.
The Master Interpreter is the highest level of accreditation we offer. Only those with extensive knowledge of local natural and cultural history and whose actions in the field demonstrate masterful application of interpretation skills are considered for this level of accreditation.
The Group Management course is designed to complement the training provided in tour interpretation courses and prepare Interpretive Guides to safely lead interpretive day hikes on established park trails.
An Apprentice Interpreter, Interpretive Specialist or Professional Interpreter certification is a pre-requisite for this course.
The Interpretive Guides Association offers two versions of the Group Management Course. In the spring, we offer a 2-day, 3 Season course. This course will certify you as a 3 Season Hiking Guide (spring, summer and fall). In the late fall and winter, we offer a 3-day, 4 Season course. This course will certify you as a 4 Season Hiking Guide.
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January 23, 2021
Interpretive Specialist Certification Course
January 23/24, 2021 - online Via Zoom. This is a two-day course covering thematic interpretation creation and delivery that will help you take your interpretive programs and career to the next level.
Course Details Register NowCourse content includes theme development, Sam Ham's 4 qualities of interpretation and lots of hands-on practice so you can create engaging, meaningful, memorable experiences for your guests. After completing this course and passing the exam you will become certified with the Interpretive Guides Association as an Interpretive Specialist.
Date: January 23/24, 2021
Cost: Members = $285; Non-Members = $360 (includes IGA membership)
Times:
Day 1 - 9:00 - 5:30 MST
Day 2 - 9:00 - 6:30 MST (course ends at 5:00 pm and then you will complete your test from 5:30 -6:30 pm)
Location: Online through Zoom.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- This course is being taught on Zoom and we highly recommend you download the Free Zoom app on your desktop or laptop before the course start date.
- You must have a very good internet connection as we must see you on video throughout the course. Participation is mandatory to become certified!
- You will get an email right after you register and pay with the course materials (including the course manual). If this email does not come through, please send an email to programs@interpretiveguides.org.
- That email will also include The Zoom link that allows you to join the meeting. Save this to your calendar so you have it handy for the start of the course and make sure you know how to join before the first session.
- This course includes an exam and you must receive 70% or more on the exam to become certified.
- A one-year IGA membership is included in the cost of this course for individuals registering as non-members as well as the How to Interpret IGA course manual. Once you have registered, you will have access to the members' section of our website. This section gives you access to your certification (s), membership card, course files, course manual, pro-deal information, receipts and more. Have a look here.
- If you are already an IGA member you can save money by registering at the member rate.
- You must pay membership fees yearly in order to keep your certification in good standing so mark one year from your registration date onto your calendar. Emails will be sent as reminders so make sure your email address is kept up to date.
Online Course Requirements:
1.You must have a Zoom account (accounts are free and easy to join. Our course is optimized for the desktop or laptop experience).
- Working video camera (on your device or set up separately)
- Working microphone (on your device or you can use earbuds or headphones connected to your device).
Click on this video to learn more about Zoom and see if it is something you are comfortable using:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh50kVaIdAY
January 24, 2021
4-Season Group Management Supplement January 24&26, 2021
January 24&26, 2021 COURSE FULL!! EMAIL TO JOIN OUR WAITING LIST
This course is for Interpretive Guides Association certified 3 Season Hiking Guides who would like to add the winter to their certification and become certified as an IGA 4 Season Hiking Guide.
Please read and be prepared to adhere to our COVID-19 policy
Course Details Register NowThis course is available to individuals who already have a group management certification in good standing. It will allow you to guide in all 4 seasons.
The course is 1.5 days (1/2 day classroom + 1 day outside)
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING COURSE DETAILS:
There is homework to complete before this course. This homework will be sent as soon as you register and pay for the course. Please read through everything thoroughly and send a copy of your first aid certification and hiking resume to courses@interpretiveguides.org as soon as possible.
Upon registration, you will be sent the meeting link, meeting ID and password
January 24, 2021
Jasper 4-Season Group Management Supplement January 24&26, 2021
Jasper 4-Season Group Management Supplement - This January 24&26, 2021 course will have the field day portion held on a Jasper area trail.
This course is for Interpretive Guides Association certified 3 Season Hiking Guides who would like to add the winter to their certification and become certified as an IGA 4 Season Hiking Guide.
Course Details Register NowThis course is available to individuals who already have a group management certification in good standing that want to take the course in Jasper. It will allow you to guide in all 4 seasons.
The course is 1.5 days (1/2 day classroom + 1 day outside)
- January 24: 6:00 - 9:30 pm Classroom. Location: Online via Zoom Meetings. Your wifi connection must be good enough to be able to keep your camera on throughout this portion of the course. Attendance and participation are mandatory so we need to know you are online throughout the session.
- January 26: 8:30 - 5:00 pm Outdoors. Location: TBA - the on-trail day will be decided closer to the course date and will depend on trail conditions, snow depth and weather. The trail will be in the Jasper area.
- Cost: $189 plus GST
- Pre-requisites – 40-hour wilderness first aid PLUS: Apprentice hiking guide, professional hiking guide or master hiking guide certification with the IGA.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING COURSE DETAILS:
There is homework to complete before this course. This homework will be sent as soon as you register and pay for the course. Please read through everything thoroughly and send a copy of your first aid certification and hiking resume to courses@interpretiveguides.org as soon as possible.
Upon registration, you will be sent the meeting link, meeting ID and password
January 28, 2021
BC AdventureSmart Professional Development Session
BC AdventureSmart info session - Sandra Riches will be joining us on Zoom to tell us about the BC AdventureSmart program and how you can benefit from their incredible list of outdoor-based resources. As a guide, you will find many benefits within their program to help keep yourself and guests safe and informed.
Course Details Register Now
AdventureSmart is a national program dedicated to encouraging Canadians and visitors to Canada to “Get informed and go outdoors”. The program combines online and on-site awareness with targeted outreach to try and reduce the number and severity of Search and Rescue Incidents in all areas of the country. Programs include:
- Hug a Tree and Survive Program
- Survive Outside Program
- Snow Safety Education Program
- PaddleSmart Program
- CoastSmart Program
- Trip Plan app - free to download and valuable to everyone who recreates and guides in the outdoors.
Date: Januaray 28, 2021
Time: 7 - 8 PM MST
Cost: Free
Platform: This session will be hosted through Zoom Meetings. You will need the Zoom app, a good internet connection and a device that supports the app and your internet connection.
February 09, 2021
Virtual Conference - Interpretation in a Changing World - Forum for Interpretation in the America's
Virtual Conference on "Interpretation in a Changing World". This 2021 Forum for Interpretation in the Americas will bring together four North American interpretive associations under the umbrella of the Global Alliance for Heritage Interpretation for an engaging and inspiring virtual conference on "Interpretation in a Changing World."
This event is accessible for all through Zoom Meetings and will be broadcast in English, French and Spanish.
Registration closes January 26, 2021.
Course Details Register NowVirtual Conference - Interpretation in a Changing World.
This conference will use interpretive discussion, research, and real-life examples of Interpretation, presented by professionals in the field of interpretation, education, and guiding from across North America.
You can register for this event as a member of the Interpretive Guides Association (IGA), and/or Interpretation Canada (IC) at the member rate, or as a non-member at the non-member rate.
All non-members will be given both an IGA and an IC membership when paying the non-member rate. That's a $103 value. Membership to the IGA includes many great benefits, click here to find out more:
/join-iga/benefits-of-membership/
Virtual Conference Dates:
February 9–11, 2021
Cost:
$115 for IGA or IC members (IC member number required to register)
$215 for non-members (1-year IC and IGA membership provided free of charge)
Times: The conference will run daily from 8:00 am PST to 1:00 pm PST and will include sessions in French, English, and Spanish with translations available in all languages as well.
Who is this virtual conference for?
This conference is for anyone who works in interpretation, as a guide, a tour guide, educator, and more, that would like to learn about upcoming research and trends in interpretation, interpretive techniques, the natural and cultural world, science, communications, marketing, education, tourism and more from guest speakers who work in this field across the America's and around the world.
Requirements: You must have the ability to download the most recent version of Zoom (5.0) on your computer. Webcams and microphones are not mandatory, but will greatly increase your interaction and overall online conference experience.
L'inscription est ouverte et vous pouvez vous inscrire à cet événement comme membre d’Interpretation Guides Association (IGA) et/ou Interpretation Canada (IC) en tarif membre, ou comme non-membre en tarif non-membre.
Tous les non-membres recevront une adhésion IGA et IC après avoir payé la cotisation non-membre. Cela représente une valeur de 103 $. L'adhésion IGA comprend de nombreux avantages, cliquez ici pour plus d'informations: /join-iga/benefits-of-membership/
Dates du congrès virtuel:
9-11 février 2021
Coût:
115 $ pour les membres IGA ou IC (le numéro de membre IC est requis pour s'inscrire).
215 $ pour les non-membres (1 an d'adhésion gratuite à IC et IGA).
Horaire:
Les conférences se dérouleront tous les jours de 8h00 am HNP à 13h00 pm HNP et comprendront des sessions et des conférenciers de partout en Amérique du nord. Toutes les sessions seront traduites pour répondre aux besoins des anglophones, des hispanophones et des francophones.
À qui s'adresse ce congrès virtuel?
Ce congrès s'adresse à tous ceux qui travaillent dans l'interprétation, en tant que guide, guide touristique, éducateur, etc., qui souhaitent en savoir plus sur les recherches et les tendances en matière d'interprétation, les techniques d'interprétation, le monde naturel et culturel, la science, les communications, le marketing, l'éducation et encore plus, mené par des conférenciers invités travaillant dans ce domaine dans les Amériques et à travers le monde.
Prérequis:
Vous devez avoir la possibilité de télécharger la version la plus récente de Zoom (5.0) sur votre ordinateur. Les caméras et microphones ne sont pas obligatoires, mais amélioreront considérablement votre interaction et votre expérience de conférence en ligne.
Vous avez une question?
Contactez Tracey Gage à executeivedirector@interpretiveguides.org
February 15, 2021
Dialogic Interpretation Sampler
Learn what Dialogic Interpretation is and how you can use this technique to create more interactive, fulfilling experiences for your guests and yourself.
Course Details Register NowDialogic Interpretation is the hottest new technique in interpretation and we have Jacquie Gilson to thank for bringing it into the limelight.
During this one-hour professional development session, Jacquie will introduce you to Dialogic Interpretation, giving you a preview of what it looks like and how it works, while outlining the benefits this technique will offer you as a guide, educator and interpreter.
Cost: Free for members; $20 for non-members
Date: Feb 15th, 2021
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm MST
Worth 1 hour of professional development toward your yearly total of 10 hours.
This session will be presented on Zoom so you will need a computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet with a good internet connection to join in.
We are offering this program free of charge to members as a membership benefit. If you register and can no longer attend, please let us know ahead of time so we can remove you from the list and keep Jacquie informed of the exact number of people who are joining (this can make a huge difference).
Looking for more and interested in gaining a certificate in Dialogic Interpretation? We are offering two of Jacquie's certificate programs in March and April at a discounted rate for IGA members. Check out our website to register for the 2 session (7 hour) course called "Beyond the Basics" and the 4 session (8 hour) course called "Making it Real".
February 17, 2021
Apprentice Interpreter - Bow Valley
Online Via Zoom Meetings • February 17 & 18, 2020
Course Details Register NowTimes:
- Day 1 - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Day 2 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Exam from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: This course is online via Zoom Meetings. You must have a stable connection where we can see your video and hear your audio throughout the exam.
Cost: $360 plus GST
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- Once you have registered for this course you will receive an email with the course agenda, the pre-reading document and the course handbooks. Pre-reading will help you pass the exam. If you do not receive this email, please check your junk mail folder or email us at courses@interpretiveguides.org.
- You must receive 70% or more on all 5 sections of the exam to become accredited so make sure to read the sections of the course manual that are laid out in the pre-reading.
- A one-year IGA membership is included in the cost of this course. Once you have registered, you will have access to the members' section of our website. This section gives you access to your certification(s), membership card, course files, handbooks, pro-deal information, receipts and more.
To Obtain the Hiking Guide Certification
If you plan to work as a hiking guide you will also need to take our Group Management Course. With both courses, you will become certified by us as an apprentice hiking guide.
February 22, 2021
4 Season Group Management Course - February 22-24, 2021
Bow Valley 4 Season GM Course - February 22, 23 & 24, 2021. The classroom portions of this course will be delivered online via Zoom. The field days will be held in person in the Lake Louise, Field or 93 North regions.
Course Details Register NowDates: February 22, 23, 24, 2021
Cost: $399 plus GST
Times and Locations
- Days 1: 8:30am – 5:30 pm - Online Zoom Instruction
- Day 2: 8:30pm - 5:00 pm – Full Day Hike.
- Day 3: 8:30am - 5:00 pm- Full Day Hike.
- Field locations TBD based on weather and snow conditions. Will be within the Lake Louise, Field and 93 North regions.
Zoom Requirements: Your wifi connection must be good enough to be able to keep your camera on throughout the first day of the course. Attendance and participation are mandatory so we need to know you are online throughout the session, which means you must have your camera turned on throughout the course.
Please contact us at courses@interpretiveguides.org for more information.
Course pre-requisites:
- Valid first aid certificate (Minimum 40-hour Standard First Aid)
- Hiking resume. Details for the hiking resume can be found in the GM pre-course package.
Hiking resumes and 1st aid certificates must be sent to courses@interpretiveguides.org prior to day one of the course.
After you register and pay for the course, an email will be sent to you with the PRE-COURSE DOCUMENT and HOMEWORK. If you do not receive this right away, please check your JUNK MAIL and/or get in touch with us at courses@interpretiveguides.org.
February 24, 2021
Interpretive Specialist - February 2021
February 24/25, 2021 - online Via Zoom. This is a two-day course covering thematic interpretation creation and delivery that will help you take your interpretive programs and career to the next level.
Course Details Register NowCourse content includes theme development, Sam Ham's 4 qualities of interpretation and lots of hands-on practice so you can create engaging, meaningful, memorable experiences for your guests. After completing this course and passing the exam you will become certified with the Interpretive Guides Association as an Interpretive Specialist.
Date: February 24/25, 2021
Price: Members = $285; Non-members = $360
Times:
Day 1 - 9:00 - 5:30 MST
Day 2 - 9:00 - 6:30 MST (course ends at 5:00 pm and then you will complete your test from 5:30 -6:30 pm)
Location: Online through Zoom.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- This course is being taught on Zoom and you will need to download the Free Zoom app on your desktop or laptop before the course start date.
- You must have a very good internet connection as we must see you on video throughout the course. Participation is mandatory to become certified!
- You will get an email right after you register and pay with the course materials (including the course manual). If this email does not come through, please send an email to programs@interpretiveguides.org.
- That email will also include The Zoom link that allows you to join the meeting. Save this to your calendar so you have it handy for the start of the course and make sure you know how to join before the first session.
- This course includes an exam and you must receive 70% or more on the exam to become certified.
- A one-year IGA membership is included in the cost of this course for individuals registering as non-members as well as the How to Interpret IGA course manual. Once you have registered, you will have access to the members' section of our website. This section gives you access to your certification (s), membership card, course files, course manual, pro-deal information, receipts and more. Have a look here.
- If you are already an IGA member you can save money by registering at the member rate.
- You must pay membership fees yearly in order to keep your certification in good standing so mark one year from your registration date onto your calendar. Emails will be sent as reminders so make sure your email address is kept up to date.
Online Course Requirements:
1.You must have a Zoom account (accounts are free and easy to join. Our course is optimized for the desktop or laptop experience).
2. A working video camera (on your device or set up separately)
3. And a working microphone (on your computer or you can use earbuds/ headphones connected to your computer).
Watch this video to learn more about Zoom to make sure you are comfortable using it before you register.
Cancellation/Refund policy:
Refunds will not be issued for any reason (including illness and injury) if canceling less than 3 weeks before your course start date. For more information regarding the refund policy please click here.
February 24, 2021
Tofino Area Interpretive Specialist
February 24 - 26, 2021 - online Via Zoom. This three-day course focuses on thematic interpretation and local knowledge of the Tofino area to help you take your interpretive programs and career to the next level. The first 2 days are spent working through interpretation creation and delivery and the third day is spent learning about the Tofino area geology, ecology, land management and history.
Course Details Register NowCourse content for day 1 and 2 includes theme development, Sam Ham's 4 qualities of interpretation and lots of hands-on practice so you can create engaging, meaningful, memorable experiences for your guests. Course content for day 3 includes local knowledge related to the geology, ecology, land management and history of the Tofino West Coast region.
After completing this course and passing the 2 exams with 70% or greater you will become certified with the Interpretive Guides Association as an Interpretive Specialist with a Tofino area expertise.
Date: February 24-26, 2021
Price: Members = $460; Non-members = $540
Times:
Day 1 - 9:00 - 5:30 MST
Day 2 - 9:00 - 6:30 MST (course ends at 5:00 pm and then you will complete your test from 5:30 -6:30 pm)
Day 3 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm PST; 5:30 - 6:30 pm for the knowledge content exam
Location: Online through Zoom.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- This course is being taught on Zoom and you will need to download the Free Zoom app on your desktop or laptop before the course start date.
- You must have a very good internet connection as we must see you on video throughout the course. Participation is mandatory to become certified!
- You will get an email right after you register and pay with the course materials (including the course manual). If this email does not come through, please send an email to programs@interpretiveguides.org.
- That email will also include The Zoom link that allows you to join the meeting. Save this to your calendar so you have it handy for the start of the course and make sure you know how to join before the first session.
- This course includes two exams and you must receive 70% or more on both exams to become certified.
- A one-year IGA membership is included in the cost of this course for individuals registering as non-members as well as the How to Interpret IGA course manual. Once you have registered, you will have access to the members' section of our website. This section gives you access to your certification (s), membership card, course files, course manual, pro-deal information, receipts and more. Have a look here.
- If you are already an IGA member you can save money by registering at the member rate.
- You must pay membership fees yearly in order to keep your certification in good standing so mark one year from your registration date onto your calendar. Emails will be sent as reminders so make sure your email address is kept up to date.
Online Course Requirements:
- You must have a Zoom account (accounts are free and easy to join. Our course is optimized for the desktop or laptop experience).
- A working video camera (on your device or set up separately)
- And a working microphone (on your computer or you can use earbuds/ headphones connected to your computer).
Watch this video to learn more about Zoom to make sure you are comfortable using it before you register.
February 26, 2021
Tofino Area Knowledge Course
This one day course will cover the geology, ecology, land management and history of the Tofino - West Coast region. If you already have an apprentice, professional or Interpretive specialist certification or just want to learn about the Tofino area this course will be perfect for you.
Course Details Register NowIf you already have an interpretive certificate with the IGA, this knowledge course can be added to that to give you a specialization in the Tofino area.
If you are new to the IGA and want to learn about Tofino but aren't interestd in taking an interpretation course with us, this course will help you gain valable knowledge about the Tofino area and you will be given a basic knowledge certificate for that area.
This course will cover the local knowledge related to the geology, ecology, land management and history of the Tofino West Coast region.
This course has a test at the end that you must receive 70% or higher on to receive your certificate.
Date: February 26, 2021
Price: Members = $115; Non-members = $178 (includes a 1-yr membership)
Time:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm PST; 5:30 - 6:30 pm for the knowledge content exam
Location: Online through Zoom.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
This course is being taught on Zoom and you will need to download the Free Zoom app on your desktop or laptop before the course start date.
You must have a very good internet connection as we must see you on video throughout the course. Participation is mandatory to become certified!
You will get an email right after you register and pay with the course materials (including the course manual). If this email does not come through, please send an email to programs@interpretiveguides.org.
The email will also include The Zoom link that allows you to join the meeting. Save this to your calendar so you have it handy for the start of the course and make sure you know how to join before the first session.
A one-year IGA membership is included in the cost of this course for individuals registering as non-members. Once you have registered, you will have access to the members' section of our website. This section gives you access to your certification (s), membership card, course files, receipts and more.
If you are already an IGA member you can save money by registering at the member rate.
You must pay membership fees yearly in order to keep your certification in good standing so mark one year from your registration date onto your calendar.
Online Course Requirements:
You must have a Zoom account (accounts are free and easy to join. Our course is optimized for the desktop or laptop experience).
A working video camera (on your device or set up separately)
And a working microphone (on your computer or you can use earbuds/ headphones connected to your computer).
Watch this video to learn more about Zoom to make sure you are comfortable using it before you register.
March 09, 2021
Dialogic Interpretation - Beyond the Basics - certificate program
Dialogic Interpretation - Beyond the Basics certificate - taught by DI expert Jacquie Gilson. Learn the fundamentals of DI so you can craft great questions, engage with your audiences and develop your own growth mindset within your life and career.
Course Details Register NowIn these two, 3.5-hour interactive online training sessions (7 hours total), we will delve into six modules:
- Reviewing what DI is and how you could be using it in your own guiding, education and/or interpretive work.
- Using Small Talk, Activity Talk and Deep Talk to engage with your clients/students
- Crafting and asking great questions
- Figuring out the best facilitation techniques to use
- Discussing how to overcome barriers
- Knowing the importance of having a Growth Mindset
After each module you will reflect on how the content is applicable to your specific work and as a group, we will discuss ways to use DI in the current Covid situation.
Dates: March 9/10, 2021
Times: 6:00 - 9:30 PM MST each day
Cost: Members = $155; Non-Members = $175
This session will be held on Zoom so you will need a computer, laptop or device with a functioning camera and microphone to fully participate in the sessions.
Once you have registered, you will receive an email with the Zoom details and links to join. If you have not used Zoom before we highly recommend that you download the Zoom app and register for a free Zoom account. There are many great videos on Youtube to watch to help you get a good understanding of how Zoom works. Check out this one if you need a walkthrough and a few tips to make it work for you: Zoom Tutorial
April 06, 2021
Dialogic Interpretation - Making It Real Certificate
Dialogic Interpretation - Making it Real certificate is the final step in your DI training. This session will also be taught by DI expert Jacquie Gilson and will take you through your final learning journey of Dialogic Interpretive techniques.
Course Details Register NowAre you a graduate of DI: Beyond the Basics? If so, join your colleagues and Dr. Jacquie to take the next step and plan your own dialogic interpretation program or project. During the 4, 2-hour training sessions we will use the content from the modules and a DI planning template to help you develop your program or project. Overall group size will be small, enabling Jacquie to spend time advising you on your program or project. You will also get some valuable face time with other interpreters and benefit from crowdsourcing your ideas. At the end you will have a plan for a new dialogic interpretation program or project, ready to put to use at your site or online!
You will receive your certificate of completion after the course is complete.
Pre-requisite: DI Beyond the Basics certificate (if you have not taken this program with Jacquie you will not be able to attend this session).
Dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021
Times: 7:00 - 9:00 PM MST each day
Cost: $225 for members; $250 for non-members
Course Content:
- Introduction to your projects
- Introduction to planning template questions
- Work through DI Planning Template Questions module by module:
- The 5 W’s of DI
- Small Talk, Activity Talk and Deep Talk
- Crafting and asking great questions
- Best facilitation techniques to use
- Overcoming barriers and growth mindset
- Wrap up, inspiration and next step
This session will be held on Zoom so you will need a computer, laptop or device with a functioning camera and microphone to fully participate in the sessions.
Once you have registered, you will receive an email with the Zoom details and links to join. If you have not used Zoom before we highly recommend that you download the Zoom app and register for a free Zoom account. There are many great videos on Youtube to watch to help you get a good understanding of how Zoom works. Check out this one if you need a walkthrough and a few tips to make it work for you: Zoom Tutorial
Purchase our pdf Group Management Handbook
$40 for members
$55 for non-members
Purchase Canadian Rockies Natural/Cultural History Handbook
Purchase Canadian Rockies Natural/Cultural History Handbook
Course Details Register NowPurchase a PDF of the Canadian Rockies Natural/Cultural History Handbook
$40 for members
$55 for non-members
Achetez une version PDF du manuel d'interprétation
$75 pour les membres
$85 for non-members
Purchase a PDF version of the Interpretation Handbook
$55 for members
$40 for non-members
Basic Knowledge Online Course - Banff, Yoho, Kootenay
Basic Knowledge Online Course - Banff, Yoho, Kootenay
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This course covers the geology, ecology, parks management and history of Banff, Yoho, and Kootenay National Parks. It will help to give you a basic understanding of these 3 Canadian Rockies regions and is a great place to start building your knowledge of this area.
This is an online course so you will need a computer or device with internet access. The course contains videos, images, content and test questions that must be viewed and answered as you proceed through the sections. You do not have to finish the course in one sitting. You can stop at any point and join back in at your convenience.
You have to complete all test questions and receive 85% or higher to pass the course and become certified at this basic knowledge level. You can take the course as many times as you need, to achieve the 85% requirement.
