SC RID will be hosting another interpreter hangout!
This event will be hosted in Spartanburg!
Join us March 14th from 4pm - 6pm
Location: RJ Rockers Brewing Company Taproom and The Silo
Address: 226-A W Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Time: 4:00-6:00 PM (or later)
RJ Rockers Website
Please RSVP to attend so we have an accurate head count! See you there!
ASL Video Description
***If you are interested in becoming a host in your own city, please message us here on the website, Facebook or email one of our board members!***
This seminar will provide an overview of the legal system for practicing and potential court interpreters, including discussion of the roles of court interpreters, positioning of court interpreters, courtroom personnel, pre requisite knowledge and skills for a legal interpreter, working in Deaf/hearing interpreter teams, court code of conduct, modes, roles and protocol for court interpreters, preparation for a legal assignment, text analysis of commonly encountered texts, qualifying as an expert and testifying as an expert, and continued professional development resources.
Additional Details:
Some prior knowledge of the topic required
Target Audience: Certified interpreters and working deaf interpreters in legal settings
Registration includes workbook: "Sign Language Interpreters in Court: Understanding Best Practices" by Carla M. Mathers, Esq., SC:L
Midlands Technical College, 7300 College Drive Irmo, SC 29063
Continuing Education Center (Room #113)
Parking directions: When approaching the security guard station, turn left into parking lot just before you get to security. Park on the far end of the lot. Take the walking path near the tree line and look for SC RID signs leading up to the brick building to the right.
Campus Map
June 18 - 21, 2020
Daily Schedule:
8:30 am - 9:00 am - Breakfast
9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Workshop (0.3 CEUs)
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Workshop (0.3 CEUs)
2.4 CEUs Total
*Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided daily*
Registration is limited to certified SC RID members until March 1, 2020.
If, by March 1, 2020, we have not reached our maximum capacity with certified SC RID members, the workshop will become available to certified interpreters that are members of other RID Affiliate Chapters.
January 1, 2020 - March 30, 2020
$350 Early Rate
April 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
$375 Regular Rate
June 1 - June 12, 2020
$400 Late Rate
Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
1130 Kinley Rd, Irmo, SC 29063
Discounted SC RID rate of $99/night available until June 2, 2020
Nights discount applies towards: June 17 - 22, 2020
The rate code is, G-RDF2
OR use the direct link below to book online
Book Here
944 Lake Murray Boulevard Irmo, South Carolina 29063
Discounted SC RID rate of $99/night available until May 15, 2020
Includes breakfast and kitchenette
Use the direct link below to book online
By registering for the legal training you agree to having read the following:
Refund Policy:
Refunds will be available as follows:
Refund in full available until February 29, 2019
50% refund from March 1 - April 30, 2020
Refunds will not be available after May 1, 2020 except by approval of the Board of Directors
Registration will close June 12, 2020
*Registration may not be transferred to another person*
Language Policy:
This workshop will be conducted using only American Sign Language. Attendees must adhere to the language policy at all times during conference events.
Payment Policy:
Payment is due at the time of registration. If your place of employment intends to pay on your behalf please reach out to Moriah Starr in advance. Moriah, SC RID Treasurer, can be reached at sc.rid.treas@gmail.com. A private payment link can be sent to your institution for online payment and Moriah can assist in completing the registration process.
Additional Notes:
Registration is limited to certified SC RID members first.
If, by April 30, 2020, we have not reached our maximum capacity with certified SCRID members, the workshop will become available to certified interpreters that are members of other RID Affiliate Chapters.
Email: sc.rid.sec@gmail.com
Moriah Oswald
PO Box 172951
Spartanburg SC 29301
