What does CCIE stand for?
It stands for the Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education.
What is accreditation?
Accreditation is the process of a formal external review of an interpreter
education program. This process assures quality of the curriculum, the faulty, and the institution. To be accredited, a program must meet the standards of excellence set forth by the CCIE. To maintain accreditation, a program must go through a similar review on a biennial basis, and a complete programmatic review once every ten years.
education program. This process assures quality of the curriculum, the faulty, and the institution. To be accredited, a program must meet the standards of excellence set forth by the CCIE. To maintain accreditation, a program must go through a similar review on a biennial basis, and a complete programmatic review once every ten years.
Why is accreditation important?
Interpreter education accreditation ensures programs have met standards of quality. It is an external review conducted by professionals in the field that have expertise related to interpreter education. Programs that have met these standards and become accredited are exemplary; they uphold the standards set forth by the Commission.
Why would a program want to be accredited?
Interpreter education programs that have received accreditation are held to the highest standards. They have been reviewed by the CCIE commission, and have proven their curriculum, faculty, staff, and institution are exemplary. These programs are reviewed regularly in order to ensure constant compliance of standards. Those that hold CCIE accreditation can be assured they are considered leaders in interpreter education.
How do I apply for accreditation?
You can apply for accreditation by following this link: Accreditation Process
How much does it cost to get accredited?
Here is a link to the current fee structure: Accreditation Fees
Where do I find a list of CCIE standards?
Click here to find the latest CCIE standards for accreditation: Current Standards
How long is the accreditation process?
The accreditation process typically takes less than two years. Once your application is received and approved, you will have a maximum of two years to complete your Self-Study Report. (The vast majority of institutions complete their SSR’s within 12 months of application acceptance.) Once the commission receives the report, we will review it. The site visit typically occurs in the fall after receipt of your SSR, and accreditation is determined by winter.
Below is a sample timeline:
Application received and approved June 2022
SSR complete and submitted June 2023
Site Visit fall 2023
Accreditation determination December 2023
Below is a sample timeline:
Application received and approved June 2022
SSR complete and submitted June 2023
Site Visit fall 2023
Accreditation determination December 2023
How do I become a rater?
Click here for information on becoming a rater: Become A Rater
What is the disadvantage to a student if their IEP program is not accredited?
Interpreter education programs that have received accreditation are held to the highest standards. They have been reviewed by the CCIE commission, and have proven their curriculum, faculty, staff, and institution are exemplary. These programs are reviewed regularly in order to ensure constant compliance of standards. Those that hold CCIE accreditation can be assured they are considered leaders in interpreter education. Programs that have not gone through the rigorous process of CCIE accreditation have not been vetted by an external commission.
What is the difference between program and institutional accreditation?
All IEPs that receive CCIE accreditation also have institutional accreditation. Institutional accreditation means that the college or university as a whole has met specific standards set forth by a regional accreditation body. Institutional accreditation does not mean that the interpreter education program within that institution has been accredited or reviewed by professionals in the field of sign language interpreter education.
How do I find programs that are accredited?
Here is a list of IEPs that are accredited: Accredited Programs
What questions should I ask when choosing an IEP?
- Is this program accredited by the CCIE? If not, why not?
- Do you have a practicum or internship component in your IEP? If so, how many hours are required?
- Are your faculty members certified sign language interpreters?
- What kind of facilities do you have available to students? An ASL Lab? Classrooms? Resources?
- Does this program specialize in one specialty of sign language interpreting? Educational interpreting? Community interpreting?
- What is your relationship with the local Deaf community? Are there opportunities for involvement?
- Do you teach classes on ethical decision making?
How do I become a commissioner?
If you are interested in serving as a commissioner, please send a letter of interest and your CV to the president of CCIE at [email protected]