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I attended an NIC preparation workshop a week before my performance test. I didn't have to take the written because I was already certified (NAD). The only thing you can really prepare for is the interview. For the interview, I suggest you study all the suggested reference materials and join a study group if possible. Also, look at the rubric on RID's website. Make sure you frame your interview answers in the rubric.
As far as the interpreting portion of the test, there isn't a whole lot you can do to become a significantly better interpreter in a few weeks. I went to bed early the night before my test. I got up early the day of my test. I had my coffee. I wore clothes that helped me to feel good about myself. I thought about every compliment I've ever been given by deaf consumers and interpreting colleagues. You really need confidence. You have to go in with the idea that you ARE a good interpreter. You can't walk in wondering if you are a good interpreter and expect your results to give you the answer.
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Chris
Certified Interpreter
NAD V, NIC Advanced
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