FAQs
What is the platform of conference?
The 2022 NCRID conference will occur virtually, and will be hosted on Zoom. We strongly encourage participants to ensure you are familiar with general basics of Zoom and its features, such as use of the chat; adjustment of your own mic, speakers, and camera; adjustment of your view between Gallery and Speaker view; etc. We also strongly encourage you to plan to join workshops on a laptop or desktop computer, not a tablet or smartphone. We also recommend downloading and using the free Zoom application, not joining from a web browser. We cannot offer refunds due to technical errors or limitations on the part of the participants.
What will the format of the conference be?
The 2022 NCRID conference will occur on two days, June 24 & 25, 2022. There will be two tracks, meaning that during each time slot there will be two workshops offered concurrently; participants can sign up for the one that they’re interested in at the time of registration. During lunch on Friday, there will be a General Membership Meeting- open to all. There is a discount to folks purchasing full-conference registrations, though individual workshop registrations can be purchased a la carte.
Can I purchase registration now and decide which workshops I want to attend later?
No. Due to the nature of the virtual conference, you select the workshops you plan to attend at the time of registration.
Why are all of the workshops the same price even though some are 3 hours and some are 2 hours?
We feel like each workshop we are offering at conference is a good deal, regardless of its duration. While the Friday night and Saturday morning workshops are shorter, the quality of presenter, relevance and importance of topic, and benefit to interpreters’ skill development is still a good value for the price offered. Additionally, consistent pricing across conference makes the registration process simpler and clearer for everyone.
Are you in need of volunteers?
Yes! There are various ways you can help whether it’s conference, serving on the board, or being a regional representative. Visit our contact page and connect! ncridconferencechair@gmail.com
How many CEUs can I earn at conference?
Up to 1.3 CEUs, if you attend the entire conference.
I'm interested in running for a Regional Representative position. What do I need to do?
Fill out the form, and get 10 signatures from active NCRID members and send it to ncridpresident@gmail.com by June 20, 2022. More information can be found on the “Call for Regional Reps” page.
Are there discounts offered to ITP students? Students in other degree programs?
There are no student rates this year since we discounted registration across the board.
What if I can’t attend the whole workshop, can I receive partial credit?
No. RID’s 15-minute grace period to enter a workshop after it’s scheduled start time is strictly enforced at our conference. You are welcome to attend but will not earn CEUs or any proof of attendance.
Who do I contact for more information about the conference?
Please contact Joni Hedrick, the conference chair at ncridconferencechair@gmail.com or Trula Baker , the Treasurer at ncridtreasurer@gmail.com
What is your 2022 conference communication policy?
1) Workshops will be presented in the mode most natural to the presenter (their choice). The promo videos are a reflection of how the workshop will be conducted.
2) Workshops presented in spoken English will have ASL interpretation. Workshops presented in signed ASL will have no English interpretation.
Any additional communication needs not mentioned above are to be emailed to ncridconferencechair@gmail.com before June 1, 2022.
“The method of delivery should allow for and encourage active involvement on the part of the participant, feedback, and reinforcement of the learned knowledge or skill.”
-RID Standards and Criteria for Approved Sponsors Manual, 2016
What is your refund / cancellation policy?
All refund requests must be made in writing, postmarked or emailed by June 1, 2022 to Trula Baker at ncridtreasurer@gmail.com. No refunds will be issued until 30 days after the completion of the conference. In the event the conference is cancelled, all registrants will be notified and provided a 100% refund.
