PURPOSE: This rule outlines the procedures for filing for renewal of certifications in the Missouri Interpreters Certification System. (1) All holders of certifications in the Missouri Interpreters Certification System shall renew their certifications annually by complying with the requirements of 5 CSR 100- 200.130 and submitting the following items to the Board for Certification of Interpreters on or before December 2 of each year:

1. (A) Renewal form;
2. (B) A completed Continuing Education Unit (CEU) form accompanied by supporting documentation as required by 5 CSR 100- 200.130;
3. (C) Renewal fee; and
4. (D) CEU processing fee.
5. (2) This rule does not apply to holders of the one- (1-) year Provisional Certificate in Education discussed in 5 CSR 100-200.045.
6. (3) This rule does not apply to holders of the nonrenewable Intern/Practicum Certification discussed in 5 CSR 100-200.085, nor does it apply to the nonrenewable one- (1-) year Provisional Certification (aka Learner’s Permit) discussed in 5 CSR 100-200.047.
7. (4) Any certification that is not renewed will become invalid on December 15.
8. (5) Any renewal application not containing the required number of CEUs, earned by November 2, or application submitted after the December 2 deadline shall submit proof of completion of CEUs and the late fee. Any application submitted after December 15 must also be accompanied by the reinstatement fee. AUTHORITY: sections 209.295, 209.309, and 209.311, RSMo 2016.* Original rule filed July 26, 2001, effective March 30, 2002. Amended: Filed Nov. 14, 2003, effective June 30, 2004. Amended: Filed June 26, 2019, effective Dec. 30, 2019. *Original authority: 209.295, RSMo 1994; 209.309, RSMo 1994; and 209.311, RSMo 1994.