New RID test--is it passable???

Etoile, Thanks,
I have been studing from 1001 scenerios and real life ethinical situtaions.
 
I have a beginners question. When a senior high school student has to take the SAT exam, he/she can select (from many) STP prep books in order to be ready for the all-important test. Are there similiar materials for those taking the RID test? I am just curious; I would assume that such material would be available on the RID site, right?
 
Etoile said:
I have the "Decisions Decisions" book, let me find it and I will post some ethical questions for you! :) I look forward to seeing what others come up with, too!
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I was reading your post, if you can please do post come ethical question that would be helpful :ty:
 
Thank you Meredith.

I just found a pdf fle containing many of the NIC publications. The CD you requested sounds important for test takers. Question: Does the high NIC prices (even for members) an indicator of quality or are the NIC people just being a-holes?
 
I actually didn't think the prices were completely unreasonable ( considering the effort to put them together and that they're short run )

(then again the new signaller I got for my phone was "only 50.00" and I thought that was a right steal ... so perhaps I'm just used to paying $$ like that for specialised things)
 
the NIC carries alot of weight with it...so its well worth the cost of the test.
 
Anij said:
I actually didn't think the prices were completely unreasonable ( considering the effort to put them together and that they're short run )

(then again the new signaller I got for my phone was "only 50.00" and I thought that was a right steal ... so perhaps I'm just used to paying $$ like that for specialised things)
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The test itself is very tricky the written portion its soo darn expensive. Have you passed it? Well, I haven't it yet its tiring when I have to keep on forking out retake fees and top it off its frustrating. I have to disagree with you.
 
No - haven't taken the tests ...
I'm not saying they're "cheap" - I'm just not saying they're over the moon.

I guess I just look at it as something which is will respected, holds quite a lot of weight and in the end helps you earn a living.
 
Oceanblue7 said:
It appears you think its worth cost. I disagree.
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That's a topic that was debated at the state-wide terp conference that I attended a few weeks ago.

"Is it fair for non-certified terps to earn just a little less per hour than certified terps?" If terps don't get a big pay boost when they achieve certification, then what's the motivation to go thru the stress and expense of testing? That topic was presented to our "Beyond Ethics" workshop group for discussion.

BTW, workshop was led by :bowdown: Keith Wann.
 
Reba said:
That's a topic that was debated at the state-wide terp conference that I attended a few weeks ago.

"Is it fair for non-certified terps to earn just a little less per hour than certified terps?" If terps don't get a big pay boost when they achieve certification, then what's the motivation to go thru the stress and expense of testing? That topic was presented to our "Beyond Ethics" workshop group for discussion.

BTW, workshop was led by :bowdown: Keith Wann.
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WOW! Your sooo lucky to attend a workshop by Keith Wann was he adding any comedy his workshop? Just curious. Yes, its insane to keep on forking out retake fees after so many tries its not like I am low score its soo close yet so far away ugh! I have been very frustrated and stepped back. I have done everything in the book attended untum workshops and did the online course "Signs of Development" did I learn anything ? No! Its just my feeling. If I pass the test great , joy to the world but since I can't pass it makes it really ridulous bec its soo tricky the test itself. I would really go crazy if I scored 499 ouchies and do the entire test over? That's what's not fair.
 
Oceanblue7 said:
WOW! Your sooo lucky to attend a workshop by Keith Wann was he adding any comedy his workshop? Just curious....
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Workshops were all day Saturday.

The evening before (Friday), Keith did an entire comedy stage performance. It was great!!!! It was open to the public (for the price of a ticket) so it wasn't just for terps. Local Deaf people also attended Keith's performance.

He included his "interpreting" a rap song skit, among others. :rofl:

He was serious in presenting his workshop but he also included humor to keep it lively.

He strongly promotes certification. He's a CODA but he believes that even CODAs need to get college degrees and certifications--they don't get a special "pass" to interpret.
 
Reba said:
Workshops were all day Saturday.

The evening before (Friday), Keith did an entire comedy stage performance. It was great!!!! It was open to the public (for the price of a ticket) so it wasn't just for terps. Local Deaf people also attended Keith's performance.

He included his "interpreting" a rap song skit, among others. :rofl:

He was serious in presenting his workshop but he also included humor to keep it lively.

He strongly promotes certification. He's a CODA but he believes that even CODAs need to get college degrees and certifications--they don't get a special "pass" to interpret.
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That's cool, he's not given a workshop in my state that would be cool if he did. I agree, interpreters do need the education and college degree. I agree, with certification my point is passing it is one thing. I have came soo close to passing but it just won't do. I have to go back to the beginning all over again. I believe that my point has been stressed out enough here.
 
OMG !!! you're sooooo lucky - I'd LOVE to see Keith Wann !
 
Anij said:
OMG !!! you're sooooo lucky - I'd LOVE to see Keith Wann !
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Who's that :)dunno:)? I'm so out of touch with the Deaf community. But then I am only a beginner in all this.

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Oh never mind...Google answered my question. He's a funny dude. :giggle:
 
The NIC was worth the cost to me (I was already certified so I didn't have to take the written test). My employer reimbursed me for the entire cost of the interview and performance test. Even if they hadn't, I would still have paid for it and taken it.

The NIC (and CI/CT for that matter) indicates that an interpreter has at least met the minimum standard as set by our profession. Not everyone will pass the test; that is the whole point of testing--to determine who meets the minimum standard and who doesn't.
 
scenerio

1st Scenerio
You are interpreting a Dr. appointment for a 14 year old Deaf girl and her 18 year old Deaf boyfriend. The Dr. tells them that she is pregnant and then proceeds discussing abortion options.
Conflict
What do you do
Why


2nd Scenerio
You are sub interpreting in college class. The professor hands the deaf student a paper, says finish this then starts the lecture. You, the interpreter then proceeds to interpret. All of a sudden, the professor runs to you, and loudly, says...DONT INTERPRET THIS< YOU ARE GIVING HIM THE ANSWERS
Conflict
What do you do
Why


3rd Scenerio
You work with a Deaf Professional, and out of work, you are hired to interpret for the same Deaf Professional. There is some down time, and you are sitting until you begin again to interpret. The Deaf collegue/professional asks you to get a cup of coffee for them
Conflict
What do you do
Why

Good Luck
 
Scenerio #1

Hi again
Ok. Scenerio #1...
How I have been studing is not by identifying the one obvious confict, but by identifying all possible conflicts related to all parties, for example
Coflict with pregnant girl...young and just found out pregnant, boyfriend-surprised or not, now becoming a father, dr-wanting the best possible ourcome for the well being. Interpreter...interpreting possible options that i might not agree with and needing to stay neutral.
The most obvious conflict would be that -Mandated Law??? Do you think this needs to be reported b/c of the under age??? Is this the same law in all states? In NJ, being over 18 haveing sex with under 18 is against the law-possible "rape" even thou consenting parties????

what do you do- continue interpreting, and before everyone is dismissed...come out of role and make aware that this needs to be reported that having sex with a minor is taking place and I have to report it under the mandated law

why-????How do I word this part or was it answered already in my what to do
 
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