[nfbwatlk] Fw: National Certification in Literary Braille

[Mike Freeman]

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From: Edward Bell
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Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 7:35 AM
Subject: [rehab] National Certification in Literary Braille


****Attention Blindness Professionals and all interested****
in shaping the future of Braille literacy

The National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) is 
pleased to offer the


NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY BRAILLE (NCLB)

What and Who:

As of March 2007, the National Literary Braille Competency Test (NLBCT) 
formerly administered by the National Library Service (NLS), is solely 
administered by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board 
(NBPCB). The resulting benefit of this conversion is that candidates who 
successfully pass all four sections of the test, are eligible to receive 
the National Certification in Literary Braille (NCLB). This is a 
professional credential, which entitles certificants the right to 
present their certification to employers, and to bear the NCLB title.

The NCLB exam is not aimed at transcribers. Rather, it is a valid test 
of a person’s ability to competently read, write, and understand 
contracted, literary Braille, and is being targeted to all individuals 
who teach Braille professionally, and/or those seeking to be 
credentialed in this area.

When and Where:

The next scheduled test for 2008 will be held in Dallas, Texas on 
Monday, June 30, and Tuesday, July 1, from 1:00—5:00 on both days. Note 
that sections one and two will be offered on Monday, and sections three 
and four will be offered on Tuesday. Thus, candidates must be available 
to sit for the test on both afternoons.

Subsequent NCLB examinations will be convened whenever the following are 
present: 1( Ten or more candidates are gathered, 2) An appropriate 
testing venue can be procured, and 3) At least two NBPCB administrative 
staff are present.

The combined application and testing fee is $250.
The application deadline for testing in Dallas is June 13.
Test seating is limited, so apply now to ensure your slot!

To apply online go to:
http://www.nbpcb.org/nclb/application/


or to download the NCLB Candidate Guidelines please visit:
http://www.nbpcb.org/nclb/


For additional information please visit the NBPCB website at: 
www.nbpcb.org
or contact Louise Walch, NBPCB Coordinator, at: braille at nbpcb.org.
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