Course Description

Learn about the latest Educational Interpreters for the Deaf certification requirements! Become familiar with recent policy changes affecting certification for this role. Find out how to obtain and renew this certificate, and the next certification steps you need to take. Learn about the role of clock hours and Professional Growth Plans (PGPs), and review OSPI’s eCertification platform. In Washington state policy, Educational Interpreters for the Deaf are those who provide sign language interpretation and further explanation of concepts introduced by the teacher for students who are Deaf. This is a certificated staff role. This course is designed for Washington state Educational Interpreters for the Deaf and those who support them. WEA strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodations, including interpretation, at this event, please contact event organizers as soon as possible. If at all possible, please request any accommodations at least one week prior to the event.

Course Objectives

--Increase educator knowledge about opportunities to increase professional capacity through certification

--Become familiar with recent certification policy changes

--Explore professional growth opportunities through certificate renewal requirements

--Learn to navigate certification systems, complete a PGP, engage with OSPI eCertification, and take other certificate actions