Have you worked in interpretation for a couple of years, mastered the basics, and are looking for something more?
Eppley’s Intermediate Methods in Interpretation is now accepting applications for the 2026 cohort. This course builds on your fundamental interpretation skills and is a perfect next step in your professional development. The course is entirely online with only one or two meeting times.
Each student in the cohort will be paired with an experienced interpretive learning guide. Beginning in February, each month introduces a new topic with an e-course, discussion, and a written assignment that applies new skills to their site. Students will work with their learning guide to develop their assignments before submitting them for a grade. Students receive feedback from the instructor(s) on assignments relating to each of the e-courses. In addition, they participate in online discussions and submit a final assignment applying interpretive concepts to their organization or site.
Each student is paired with an experienced mentor to guide them through the online course and review their assignments.
Course schedule:
January: Introductory webinar
February:Introduction to Dialogic Interpretation
March: Accessibility and Interpretation
April: Essential Elements of Interpretive Writing
May: Design Elements in Interpretive Media
June: Social Media and Interpretation
July: Certificate Complete!
Apply online by December 12, 2025:
https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2azfVCKq35IDyBg
Is this course for you?
The Intermediate Methods in Interpretation cohort program is intended for interpreters who possess strong basic skills in interpretation: a solid understanding and application of interpretive concepts such as tangibles, intangibles, writing interpretive themes, and writing interpretive objectives.
This course builds upon skills developed via NAI's Certified Interpretive Guide certification and/or the Eppley Center's Fundamentals in Interpretation Certificate Program. Additionally, we recommend that you have worked in the field for at least two years prior to applying.
For more information, visit our catalogor email eplyhelp@iu.eduwith any questions.