CDI Resources

Written By Sonshine Interpreting

Per the RID website,

Eligibility requirements and the credentialing of any and all individuals will remain the responsibility of RID. With this shift in responsibilities candidates will need to contact both RID and CASLI during different times in the certification process. For more information view the CASLI FAQ page.

  1. Review all pertinent CDI webpages on the CASLI website

  2. Submit an audiogram or letter from audiologist to CASLI

  3. Register for the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exam (This includes both portions: Fundamental of Interpreting AND Case Studies: Ethical Decision-Making Process & Cultural Responsiveness)

  4. Pass the CASLI Generalist Knowledge Exam
    (Candidate must successfully pass the Fundamental of Interpreting portion before they are eligible to take the Performance exam) (If candidate does not pass the Case Studies portion, they can take it with the Performance Exam)

  5. Submit proof of meeting RID’s educational requirement of Bachelor’s degree or an approved Alternative Pathway plan.

  6. Register for the CASLI Generalist Performance Exam: CDI (with or without the Case Studies portion)

  7. Successfully passes ALL CASLI’s required examination for the CDI Certification

Here are some resources that can help you prepare for the CDI test!

1) Deaf Interpreter Institute (DII) – RevisitedStill one of the most comprehensive hubs with free modules and videos tailored to Deaf interpreters.www.deafinstitute.org

(2) Deaf Interpreter Workshops by Brenda Schick & Betty Colonomos frequently offered across the U.S., focusing on Deaf interpreter roles, ethics, and teaming. https://visitbmc.com/

(3) Digiterp Communications – Betty Colonomos’ Integrated Model of Interpreting (IMI)Offers in-depth workshops that are Deaf interpreter inclusive.www.digiterp.com

(4) National Deaf Interpreters (NDI) Facebook GroupActive professional community and event-sharing platform for networking and support.

(5) Gallaudet University – Deaf Interpreter Program (Pilot and CEU Workshops)Gallaudet has offered specialized pilot programs and continuing education for Deaf interpreters. https://gallaudet.edu/interpretation-and-translation/

Sonshine Interpreting

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