The required items are below, but remember, you can apply online or print forms from the Forms page of our website.
Licensure:
Application for Licensure
Copy of current RID Certified membership card
Copy of one of these: GED, high school diploma, college diploma,
certified college transcripts
Proof of Citizenship Form and a copy of one of documents listed on the form
Documentation of EIPA 4.0 or higher
$225
Permit:
Application for Permit
Documentation of passing either of the following:
o RID approved ethics or written knowledge exam
o EIPA Written Test
Documentation of passing one of the following approved performance assessment tests:
o Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) Levels 3.0 to 3.9
o Kansas Quality Assessment (KSQA) Level 4 or higher
o Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level 3 or higher
o BEI Level 3 and above
o Any other performance assessment test approved by the Board.
o Copy of one of these: GED, high school diploma, college diploma or certified college transcripts
o Proof of Citizenship Form and a copy of one of documents listed on the form and $175.
Non-Renewable Permit:
Application for the Non-Renewable Permit
Three letters of recommendation from Board approved Licensed/Certified Interpreters attesting to skill level of applicant
Copy of one of these: GED, high school diploma, college diploma, certified college transcripts
Proof of Citizenship Form and a copy of one of documents listed on the form.
$175