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ACADEMIC
COURSEWORK

You can earn CEUs by taking college or university courses that help you grow as an interpreter. The class does not have to be directly about interpreting — subjects like Linguistics, Psychology, Education, Business, and Social Work may all count as long as they support your professional development.

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Below is a simple breakdown of how it works and how to apply.

How CEUs Are Calculated

CEUs are awarded based on the number of credit hours you complete:

  • Semester course: 1 credit hour = 1.5 CEUs

  • Quarter course: 1 credit hour = 1.0 CEUs

How to Apply

Step 1: Choose Your Course

Select a course at an accredited college or university. Make sure it supports your growth as an interpreter, even if it’s not interpreting-specific.

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Step 2: Submit Your Application

Fill out the Academic Coursework Application within the GaRID Member Portal and upload the required documents:

  1. Course outline or description

  2. Official transcript showing you passed with a C (2.0) or better

  3. Proof of accreditation from the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

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Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. GaRID CMP will review your application and email you with either an approval or a request for additional information. Please allow up to one week for review.

If you don’t hear back, email CMP@GaRID.org.

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Step 3: Pay Your Processing Fee

After you receive approval, use the link provided to submit your processing payment.

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