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CAMN-Certified Interpretive Guide Training

Certified Interpretive Guide Training Course
February 7-10, 2020
Witt Stephens, Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
602 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201
Instructor: Jay S. Miller
Registration Cost: $230 (Certification is an additional $150)

Witt Stephens, Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center, in partnership with the National Association for Interpretation (NAI), is offering a training course for individuals in the field of Interpretation. It is designed for individuals who deliver interpretive programs or have contact with the public at interpretive sites.

The nature center is in the heart of the River Market District and is surrounded by museums and historic sites. We can step onto the River Trail, the trolley, or walk to a variety of restaurants. A short walk takes us to several styles of wayside exhibits.
Course Options
There are two options for this course.

Option one: take the course without obtaining certification.

Option two: take the course and add certification as a Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG). You will pay an additional fee for certification and you must complete an open book Core Literature Review exam. The CIG lasts four years and comes with a complimentary one year membership. If you are already a member of NAI we will add your complimentary membership onto the end of your current membership.
The CIG Program
The nationally recognized Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) program is designed for anyone in the interpretive field. Whether you’re a new hire, a professional looking to refresh your skills, or beginning a second career, this course will aid you in improving your presentation techniques. The course combines the theoretical foundations of the profession with practical strategies in delivering quality interpretive programming to visitors.

This 32-hour course includes:

The history, definition, and principles of interpretation.
Techniques on how to make your programs purposeful, enjoyable, relevant, org
When:
Friday, February 07, 2020, 8:00 AM until Monday, February 10, 2020, 5:00 PM
Where:
Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
https://www.agfc.com/en/explore-outdoors/nature-and-education-centers/wsjcanc
602 President Clinton Ave
Little Rock, AR  72201

501-907-0636
Additional Info:
Category:
Continuing Education
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only

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